Possessing nearly three decades of legal experience, attorney William Routsis handles cases in Nevada and California from his Reno office. Accessible at (775) 337-2609 or through the website www.reno.lawyer, William Routsis focuses predominantly on criminal law.

1. WHAT OCCURS DURING
JURY SELECTION FOR A
CRIMINAL CASE
By William Routsis

2. Introduction
 Possessing nearly three decades of legal
experience, attorney William Routsis handles
cases in Nevada and California from his Reno
office. Accessible at (775) 337-2609 or through
the website www.reno.lawyer, William Routsis
focuses predominantly on criminal law.
If a criminal case heads to trial, the sixth
amendment ensures both sides receive a fair
proceeding with the presence of a jury. During a
process called voir dire, the judge, attorney for the
defendant, and prosecutor question prospective
jurors to determine if they are fit and competent to
serve on a case.

3. Jury Selection
 Questions about eligibility are presented first.
Those who have a valid reason not to serve,
such as a prescheduled surgery or academic
constraints, will likely be excused. Only
reasons that cause undue hardship qualify.
Following, lawyers determine familiarity with a
case and any characteristics that may result in
a biased decision. Overly personal questions
omitted, the counselors may ask about an
individual’s background and past experiences.
No questions on which side the juror is likely to
side with may be presented.