MisconceptionObserved in bank
Death Qualification Equals Unfair Jury
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Subject distribution
- CRIMINAL1
Example wrong choices
14560_death_qualified_choir · CRIMINAL · Choice AAffirm the conviction, but reverse the death sentence and remand for a new sentencing hearing before a different jury.
Why it's attractive
keeps conviction but assumes sentence must be redone
Why it's wrong
keeps conviction but assumes sentence must be redone
14560_death_qualified_choir · CRIMINAL · Choice BReverse both.
Why it's attractive
reverses more than the only argument can reach
Why it's wrong
reverses more than the only argument can reach
14560_death_qualified_choir · CRIMINAL · Choice DAffirm the conviction, but reverse the death sentence and remand for resentencing to life in prison.
Why it's attractive
creates a remedy the call never supports
Why it's wrong
creates a remedy the call never supports
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