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 Links to
information about the American Jury System:
American Jury Initiative from the American Bar
Association ABA President Robert Grey Jr. has launched the American Jury
Initiative to strengthen the jury as a democratic institution and enhance
Americans’ understanding of its role in our system of law and government.”
Jury Research Services from the
National Legal Research Group – the publications page
includes a collection of articles on juries and jury research.
National Jury Center
from the American Judicature Society - The Juries-in-depth section
provides extensive information about the mechanics, structure and power of
juries, as well as ongoing efforts to improve the jury system. Other sections
provide
 answers to frequently
asked questions, bibliographic resources, and useful web links.
The American Jury: Bulwark of
Democracy from the National Constitution Center of Chicago –
“’The
American Jury: Bulwark of Democracy’ is an on-line resource guide for
teachers, students, and citizens devoted to explaining the American jury system
and its role in American legal, social, and political life.”
The Center for Jury Studies
from the National Center for State Courts (NCST) - “The Center for Jury Studies
is dedicated to facilitating the ability of these citizens to fulfill their
role within the justice system and enhancing their confidence and satisfaction
with jury service by helping judges and court staff improve jury management.”
The
Responsibility of the Jury – A lesson plan for Middle School and High
School students, available from the National Constitution Center.
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