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Why Are There 12 People on a Jury? | Origins

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Published July 8, 2024 at 4:00 AM CDT

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When picturing a jury, you probably imagine 12 people - no more, no less. But did you know there is no hard and fast rule about how many members are required on a jury?

Today, Danielle looks at the differences between petit and grand juries and the historical accidents that have lead many to believe that juries MUST have twelve members.