Juror Behavior in the Information Age

Interested in research into what goes on in jury decision-making? Take a look at this article which discusses use of the Internet &social media by modern day juries. Some issues discussed involve mistrials where jurors do their own Internet research on aspects of the case; post status updates on Facebook or exchange emails discussing aspects of the defense or prosecution. For more details on the implications of social networking on jury behavior, see 48 A.L.R. 6, Prejudicial Effect of Juror Misconduct Arising from Internet Usage.