Ben Roberts-Smith

[facthunter]

 NO I'd be breaking my own rules it I did. and (THAT is NOT a Cop Out).    You under-rate the Judges responsibility. Public comment can Make a Fair trial Unlikely,  The Trial is happening Now. Nev

[Grumpy Old Nasho]

Ben is done for if there are any Afghans or muslims on the jury. 

[octave]

1 minute ago, Grumpy Old Nasho said:

Ben is done for if there are any Afghans or muslims on the jury. 

I wouldn't worry about that.   Here is the jury selection process (at least in NSW)  If the defence believes an Afghan (f one happened to be selected) would be prejudiced to the defence, they can challenge, as can the prosecution.

 

The Jury Selection Process:

• Selection: The Sheriff randomly selects people from the NSW electoral roll within a court's district.
• Notice and Summons: Residents receive a notice of inclusion for a 12-month period, followed by a summons to attend court on a specific date.
• Eligibility: Most people registered to vote are eligible, though some criminal convictions, legal disqualifications, or occupations (e.g., police) may exclude them.
• Exemption: Individuals can request to be excused for reasons like health, undue hardship, or prior service.
• Empanelling (The Ballot): At court, the Judge's Associate randomly draws cards from a ballot box to select 12 jurors for a trial.
• Challenges: The defense and crown can each challenge (object to) up to three potential jurors without giving a reason.