Juror Misconduct: The Hidden Threat to Fair Trials and the Cost of Justice in NSW

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What is Juror Misconduct? If jurors engage in behaviour that violates their duties, such as independent investigation, inappropriate communication, or exposure to prejudicial information, a mistrial may be warranted. Recent figures indicate that running a trial in NSW costs approximately A$8,000 per day. The Sheriff’s Office estimates that two to three mistrials occur each month […]