Feds might ask jury pool about fave TV programs
Scot Montrey, a spokesman for the U.S. Justice Department, would not comment on the questions prosecutors want to ask potential jurors.
A few things the government would like to know:
What is the highest level of education you have achieved?
Have you, or your spouse, any close relative, or friend, ever been arrested, accused of a crime, charged or indicted for a crime, or taken to jail for any reason?
What is your main source of news?
Please list your three favorite TV shows and three favorite radio programs.
Melton’s attorney, former state Rep. John Reeves, submitted his jury questions, as well. Most are standard, though one asks about potential jurors’ attitudes on following directions.
“When you purchase a product which requires assembly, such as a bicycle, barbecue grill, child’s toy, etc., do you (check only one): Follow instructions carefully, step by step? Figure out how to do it on your own? Get someone to do it for you?,” the question reads.
Other questions included:
How closely do you follow news of current events?
Have you read, seen or heard any publicity about Frank Melton which you consider to be negative?
Reeves says it’s his policy to not discuss pending cases.
Clarion Ledger
9/27/8
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