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Jury nullification occurs when a jury returns a not guilty verdict even though the prosecution proved guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. It’s not a formal legal right jurors are told about, but it can happen because juries generally can’t be punished for verdicts. This article explains what it is, its historical use, and key legal […]
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San Francisco Superior Court dismissed 70 misdemeanor cases after they missed the constitutional speedy-trial deadline. The dismissals included DUIs, sexual battery, and restraining order violations, driven by timing technicalities rather than case merits. This article explains the legal basis, accountability questions, and broader California court impacts. San Francisco Superior Court recently found itself at the
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