Well said, HazelGod.
I agree, it would not be pleasant, but if called to be a juror on this case (or any, for that matter), for the time I held that responsibility, I would feel honor-bound and ethically required to see it through to its conclusion. I would take the whole thing very seriously, but would not prejudge the defendant.
Until I was convinced that he was guilty, I would assume he was innocent. Wrongful accusations and convictions aren't just unheard of, they are frighteningly common.
So, my two primary considerations would be ensure that an innocent man does not go to prison, and ensure that a victimized child does not go unavenged. |