| Prior research on various components of the jury process has revealed many variables that can affect the verdict. These variables range from pre-conceived bias to eyewitness testimony to attitudes about the judge. There is, however, a lack of literature concerning low-education, low-income, and religious views as is related to jurors and the decision making process. The present study utilized an ICPSR survey (N=3689) of "live" jurors in non-capital felonies across the United States. The survey used (initially researching hung juries) asked many questions befitting the topics at hand. A logistic regressional analysis was used to find correlations. The present study found that there were no significant differences or relationships among education, income, or level of religion. There was significant results (p<.001) for the strength of case presentation concerning the prosecution and defense as well as for the Black and Hispanic variables. Limitations of the study and suggestions for further research are discussed. |
