Jury
Investigation
Jury Investigation Service
A fair and impartial jury is a cornerstone of justice. Unfortunately, juror bias and misconduct can significantly impact the fairness of a trial, leading to unjust convictions. Our Jury Investigation service is designed to uncover these biases, ensuring that the defendant received a fair trial as guaranteed by the Constitution.
Ultimately, our service adds credibility and strengthens a habeas corpus petition by transforming concerns about a wrongful conviction into a substantiated argument backed by firsthand accounts and investigative evidence. Courts are often reluctant to disturb jury verdicts, but showing that the jury’s integrity was compromised can shift that stance. Our work can expose violations that undermine confidence in the trial's outcome, demonstrating that justice was not served. This level of factual support not only bolsters the writ itself but also signals to the court that the petition is built on solid investigative groundwork—improving the chances of reopening the case and securing a new trial.
Enhancing the Writ of Habeas Corpus
One of the most powerful post-conviction remedies available is the writ of habeas corpus. This legal mechanism challenges the validity of a conviction based on constitutional violations. While a writ often highlights legal errors such as ineffective assistance of counsel, prosecutorial misconduct, or improper jury instructions, its impact is exponentially strengthened when combined with evidence of juror bias.
A writ that only presents points of error—such as incorrect legal procedures or mishandling of evidence—can be strong, but it may not always be compelling enough for justices to grant relief. However, when we supplement these points of error with a deeply flawed and biased jury process, the argument becomes much more persuasive. Demonstrating that the jury pool was inherently prejudiced adds weight to the claim that the trial was fundamentally unfair and violated due process.
Exposing Juror Bias and Its Impact
We analyze the backgrounds, biases, and potential conflicts of interest among jurors. Our methods include:
- Examining jury selection records to identify improper exclusions or selections.
- Reviewing juror questionnaires and voir dire transcripts to detect dishonesty or concealed biases.
- Complete background checks on each juror, including work history, family history, social media deep-dives, arrest records, public records, marriage and divorce records, etc. We do this to paint a picture of each juror to determine who they are and what biases they may have. By the time we finish investigating jurors, we know who they are better than they know who they are!
Strengthening Post-Conviction Appeals
When justices review a writ, they look for clear constitutional violations that justify granting relief. A case that solely presents procedural errors might not garner enough judicial intervention. However, a case that not only outlines procedural errors but also demonstrates that those errors occurred within a trial marred by juror bias carries undeniable weight. This dual-pronged approach increases the likelihood that the court will recognize the inherent injustice and take corrective action.
Why Choose Our Jury Investigation Service?
- Identifies and documents juror misconduct and bias.
- Strengthens habeas corpus petitions with compelling evidence.
- Reveals constitutional violations that demand judicial review.
- Enhances post-conviction relief efforts by proving a fundamentally unfair trial.