Originally posted by almond:
Yes I believe it is possible. When a judge instructs the jury, it is the responsibilty of the jury to follow those instructions. A juror must come to a just decision with no outside influences etc.
Absolutely! Well said.
Originally posted by almond:
The verdict was based on media frenzy, emotions and hatred for a cheating husband.
But as you say, in this case, people could certainly argue that the decision was based on hatred for a cheating husband and media influences. Do you believe the jury reached a just decision in this particular case without outside influences?