The number of jurors varies depending on the court system and type of trial. Typically:
- In England and Wales, a jury usually consists of 12 jurors in criminal cases, with a minimum of 9 remaining required for a verdict. Civil cases may have fewer jurors, such as 8 in County Court cases.
- In the United States, common criminal juries usually have 12 jurors, sometimes with alternates, while civil case juries can range from 6 to 12 jurors depending on the jurisdiction and case complexity.
- Federal civil trials in the U.S. require 6 to 12 jurors, with unanimous verdicts unless otherwise agreed.
- Some other jurisdictions like Australia also typically use 12 jurors, with possible additional jurors for longer or complex trials.
Thus, the standard number of jurors in a typical trial jury is most frequently 12, but it can vary by jurisdiction and case type. If a more specific jurisdiction or court type is of interest, please specify for a more precise answer.
