Didn't Alioop say a while back that the jury have to take time to consider the evidence - that even if they were to start deliberations by taking a show of hands and if they found they were all agreed, that they couldn't just go back out straight away and announce that they've reached a verdict.
I wonder how much time is considered sufficient for proper deliberation. Does anyone have any idea about that?
These instructions don't specify a time just not to rush.
What happens in the jury room?
After all the evidence is presented and the judge has summed up the case in court, the judge will ask the jury to retire to consider its verdict.
You will then proceed to the jury room.
Before starting to deliberate, you should consider the following guidelines:
Respect each others opinions and value the different viewpoints each juror brings to this case.
Be fair and give everyone a chance to speak during the deliberations.
It is okay to change your mind.
Listen carefully to one another but do not let yourself be bullied into changing your opinion, and do not bully anyone else.
Do not rush into a verdict to save time - the people involved in a case deserve your complete attention and thoughtful deliberation.
Follow the judges directions about the law.
Most jury rooms have male and female toilet facilities and there is usually a morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea break each day.
http://www.courts.qld.gov.au/information-for-jurors/serving-on-jury2/common-questions
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