Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

jury deliberations

what is the average time that a jury deliberates?


Asked on 1/17/08, 8:39 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
NEAL SPECTOR, ESQ. NEAL S. SPECTOR, P.C.

Re: jury deliberations

It will vary with the jurors, the facts, the exhibits and the judge. It's a very amazing process.

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Answered on 1/18/08, 9:37 pm
Jonathan Nelson The Law Offices of Jonathan B. Nelson, PC

Re: jury deliberations

There is no rule of thumb. Can be five minutes or five days (or more!)

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Answered on 1/17/08, 8:45 pm
Anthony Colleluori The Law Offices of Anthony J. Colleluori & Associates PLLC

Re: jury deliberations

There is no real average time. It is supposed to deliberate until it reaches a verdict.

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Answered on 1/18/08, 12:21 am


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