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Learn how. Latest News & Updates November 10 , 2020 15 Minutes with FIJA—9 November 2020 by Kirsten C. Tynan Video and reference links for our 9 November 2020 Zoom session of 15 Minutes with FIJA. We cover jury issues in two capital cases, jury trial delays due to reluctance of people to serve, and an update on the status of trials by jury around the country. November 3 , 2020 15 Minutes with FIJA—2 November 2020 by Kirsten C. Tynan Video and reference links for our first November 2020 Zoom session of 15 Minutes with FIJA. We talk Breonna Taylor grand jury updates, status of a past non-unanimous jury conviction, virtual trials by jury in the news, and more. October 27 , 2020 15 Minutes with FIJA—26 October 2020 by Kirsten C. Tynan Reference links for 26 October 2020 Zoom session of 15 Minutes with FIJA. We cover Breonna Taylor grand jury updates, the first case we've seen of a juror testing positive for COVID-19, and more. View the Archives Resources Called for Jury Duty? Here is some basic information you need to know in order to serve as a fully informed juror when called for jury duty. Press Room Press releases and other resources for news, television, film, and other media professionals. Facing Charges? Information for defendants who are seeking trial by jury and are considering a jury nullification strategy. Law and Legal Cases Key jury-related legal cases as well as current policy, law, and proposed legislation regarding jury rights. For Attorneys Jury-related resources for attorneys interested including CLE information, legal arguments, amicus briefs, and more. Learn More Frequently asked questions, articles and essays, historic documents, videos, glossary of legal terms, and more. Criminal Cases Settled by Plea Bargain 95% Extra Punishment for Refusing a Plea Deal 64% Rank of U.S. in Incarceration 1 Years FIJA Has Fought for Jury Rights 31 P.O. 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