HUNG JURY
\hˈʌŋ d͡ʒˈʊ͡əɹi], \hˈʌŋ dʒˈʊəɹi], \h_ˈʌ_ŋ dʒ_ˈʊə_ɹ_i]\
Definitions of HUNG JURY
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By Princeton University
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A jury unable to come to a final decision, resulting in a mistrial. Judges do their best to avoid hung juries, typically sending juries back into deliberations with an assurance (sometimes known as a "dynamite charge") that they will be able to reach a decision if they try harder. If a mistrial is declared, the case is tried again unless the parties settle the case (in a civil case) or the prosecution dismisses the charges or offers a plea bargain (in a criminal case).
By Oddity Software
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