jury selection

Jury selection, or voir dire, is the process where potential jurors are questioned by attorneys and the judge to determine if they are suitable to serve on a specific case. This involves assessing their backgrounds, beliefs, and potential biases to ensure an impartial jury. Both sides can challenge certain jurors—either for cause if they might be biased, or through preemptory challenges without needing to state a reason. The goal is to select a fair and unbiased panel that can decide the case based solely on the evidence presented.