Mock jury simulations to research rape trials / Charlotte Herriott.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Herriott, Charlotte, author.

Series:

SAGE research methods cases.

SAGE research methods cases

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Jury--Great Britain--Research--Case studies.

Jury.

Decision making--Great Britain--Case studies.

Decision making.

Simulation methods--Great Britain--Case studies.

Simulation methods.

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publications, Ltd., 2022.

Summary:

Trial by jury remains a supposed bedrock of the English Legal System, upheld as a bastion of democracy. However, research with real juries is prohibited under s.8 Contempt of Court Act (1981) meaning the function and operation of juries remain somewhat secretive and concealed. The following case explores the use of online mock jury simulations to gather important insights into jury decision-making processes. This method produces researchers the opportunity to gather in-depth, nuanced data regarding not only which verdicts jurors come to, but importantly 'why?' and 'how?' these verdicts are reached, and 'what?' evidence is held to be of most value.However, the time and resource-intensive nature of jury simulation research means little research of this kind is conducted and very little guidance exists on how to undertake such a project. This case study is therefore designed as a practical guide for researchers who wish to utilise this valuable, yet significantly underused research method. It outlines the various stages of development required to undertake jury simulations as well as guidance on sampling, data recording, ethical issues, and experiences in the field. The current project additionally took place during the COVID-19 pandemic and therefore explores the use of online mock juries.Ultimately, this case calls for greater utilisation of fundamental research into juror decision-making amid a growing societal context of controversy regarding the suitability of juries to deliver justice.

Contents:

Learning Outcomes

Simulating Rape Trials: The Context

Why Mock Jury Simulations?

Stage One: Stimulus Development

Stage Two: Sampling and Recruitment

Stage Three: Data Collection

Stage Four: Analysis

Ethical Considerations

Conclusions

Classroom Discussion Questions

Multiple Choice Quiz Questions

Further Reading

Web Resources

Notes

References.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on: online resource; title from PDF information screen (Sage, viewed March 31, 2023).

ISBN:

1-5296-0449-4

9781529604498

OCLC:

1302060036