To help Jordan determine if his theory is correct, you’ve decided to attend the trial with him and take on the role of a juror. You are determined to maintain an open mind and not form an initial impression of the defendant’s guilt or innocence.
Answer the following questions using a total of 3-5 sentences each:
How would you keep an open mind and truly presume the defendant is innocent at the start of the trial? Support your answers by using information from Lessons 1 and 2.
Describe at least three things you could do to uphold the presumption of innocence as a juror is supposed to do.