What is the purpose of juries in a criminal trial?

Question

A. Make sure the trial is observed
B. Make sure the judge follows the law
C. a decision about the case
D. Makes sure lawyers present evidence

Answer 1

The purpose of juries in a criminal trial is primarily to make a decision about the case. Therefore, the correct answer is:

C. a decision about the case.

Juries assess the evidence presented during the trial and determine the guilt or innocence of the defendant based on that evidence and the law as instructed by the judge.