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Originally Posted by Canehdianman
Do you think FNs are convicted at a higher rate because of the makeup of juries or because of the systemic inequalities that they suffer from (and have suffered from for hundreds of years)?
The accused gets to choose a jury trial or not. If FNs accused feel that jury trials are 'against' them, then they can elect for a judge alone.
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Not of much assistance to Mr. Boushie or his family (or other victims) though.
Also, arguing that accused persons can just elect trial by judge alone to avoid prejudices in the community is not a very satisfying solution (especially because it still results in a significant inequality of choice).