Bill of Rights for Real Life: Citizen Juries
The video "Bill of Rights for Real Life: Citizen Juries" delves into the significance of jury trials in the American justice system. Highlighting the historical context, it explains how early Americans fought for the right to a fair trial by jury as a response to violations under British rule. The video discusses key aspects such as the Sixth Amendment, emphasizing jury duty as a fundamental civic responsibility akin to self-governance. It touches on jury nullification, a concept where jurors can act against the law if deemed unjust. This educational content underscores the democratic role juries play as a buffer between the state and the citizen, with emphasis on diversity and representation for fair trials. It's important for school-aged children to understand civic duties and rights, making the topic relevant for civics education.
Media Details
Runtime: 7 minutes 43 seconds
- Topic: History, Social Science
- Subtopic: African-Americans, Citizenship, Elections, Government, Law, U.S. Constitution, U.S. History (General), U.S. History - Precolonial-1774
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Release Year: 2017
- Producer/Distributor: Bill of Rights Institute
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