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Official Pattern Jury Instructions adopted by Federal 7th Circuit Court. All converted to Word format. Please see the official site for addional information. www.ca7.uscourts.gov/pattern-jury-instructions/pattern-jury.htm
If the jury disregards the instruction, it can lead to appeals or mistrials, as it may unfairly affect the outcome of the case.
Yes, the jury is expected to follow the instructions given by the judge, but human nature can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.
By limiting what the jury can consider, it ensures that everyone gets a fair shake and that decisions are based on relevant evidence rather than confusion.
Absolutely! If a lawyer believes the instruction is unfair or doesn’t provide the full context, they can raise their concerns with the judge.
Yes, sometimes the judge may allow certain laws or statutes to be considered if they directly help clarify the issues at hand.
This rule helps guide the jury by keeping them focused on the specific evidence that matters instead of getting distracted by other laws or rules that don't apply.
It means the judge is telling the jury to be careful about the laws and rules they hear during the trial. They should only consider what's really important to the case.