Is it true that if a jury thinks a law is unfair, they can change that law at trial? Or is it just suspended?

Answer 1

They can't exactly change the law, but they can refuse to enforce it in the case they're hearing. It's called jury clemency. For example, even if the evidence shows beyond any doubt that a person is guilty, but either the law is unfair or the jury considers it to be unfair to enforce it under the circumstances at hand, it can still find the person not guilty.

Answer 2

A jury cannot change a law. If a jury acquits a defendant due to thinking a law is unfair, that is considered jury nullification. A judge can then set aside the jury's decision and convict the defendant anyway.

Answer 3

NO. Jury's do not make or change laws.
That said it's up to the jury to determine guilt or innocence, sometimes they may think something is unfair and vote a certain way regardless of the law.

Answer 4

No they can't change the law. If in a trial the jury finds that the accused's guilt is based unfairly on a certain premise in the case, then you can cast a not guilty verdict. If you believe there isn't enough evidence or if the accused is unfairly charged or if the prosecution doesn't have sufficient cause to prove his case, then cast a "not guilty" verdict.

Answer 5

The jury can not change a law. They have to decide if the person is guilty or innocent. If they do not agree with the law it could sway their vote if the person is Innocent or guilty!!!

Answer 6

It is not up to a average jury to decide if a law is constitutional. The have the obligation to figure out wether a current law has reached the bar of guilt.

Answer 7

NO, the jury canNOT change the law.

Answer 8

Rich A hit it on the head.