Jury nullification is the term for when a jury declines to convict a defendant despite overwhelming evidence of guilt. This can be a form of civil disobedience, a political statement against a specific law, or a show of empathy and support to the defendant.

“It’s not a legal defense sanctioned under the law,” said Cheryl Bader, associate professor of law at Fordham School of Law. “It’s a reaction by the jury to a legal result that they feel would be so unjust or morally wrong that they refuse to impose it, despite what the law says.”

  • Josey_Wales@lemm.ee
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    18 hours ago

    That’s literally the definition of jury nullification which is what this discussion is about.

    Congrats on your reign btw. Sounds like a “Happy Feat”