What happens after I report?

In the courtroom, the Judge will tell you about the case, and introduce you to the lawyers and others who are involved in the case.  You will also take an oath, in which you will promise to answer all questions truthfully.

After you are sworn in, you and the other potential members of the jury will go through a process known as voir dire, or jury selection.  During jury selection, the judge and the lawyers question you and other members of the panel to find out if any of you have any knowledge of the case, a personal interest in the outcome, or any interest in the case that might make it hard for you to be impartial.

Though some of the questions may seem personal, you should answer them completely and honestly.  Questions are not asked to embarrass you.  They are intended to make sure you have no opinions or past experiences that might prevent you from making an impartial decision.  If you are uncomfortable answering a question, tell the judge and you may be allowed to give your response at the bench out of the hearing of other jurors.

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