The jury is the objective group of people that listen to the entire trial and make a decision for the defendant's future. To be chosen to be apart of a jury, one must be a citizen of the United States. Also, during selection, the member must withhold participating if they know the judge, attorneys, or any of the witnesses for a fair trial. All of the speeches, witness examinations, and rebuttals serve to affect the juror’s opinion. It is in the hands of the jurors to see both sides of the trial without allowing personal bias or utter emotion to drive their stance. After being presented with all of the evidence, the jury is released to the chambers where they discuss their initial reactions.The jurors share their opinions, argue as to the fate of the defendant, and make a collective ruling. I also experienced being on the jury, during youth court, where student attorneys took part in real cases of minors. The cases with minors consisted of vandalism, drug use, as well as drinking. The philosophy behind the court was that of rehabilitation. For a fourteen girl for example, the jury would give advice as to how to aid her to escape in getting addicted. For example they would set a specific amount of time the minor should designate for community service, writing apology letters and having the minor promise to refuse to consume the substance in the future. The jury’s purpose is to objectively make decisions to make the society safer. The accused will be punished for their actions and asked to redeem themselves. The jury incites long-term change within the accused and improve their morals in a durable way. My religion had its own guidelines such as conducting proper behavior, telling the truth, as well as focusing on the present moment. Religion evokes a long-term lifestyle change from the follower. As a Buddhist, I am expected to follow the eightfold-path, which pertains to psychological and physical wholesomeness. The relationship between our lives and suffering is outlined in the four noble truths. The absence of a temple nearby, limits my spiritual exploration. My religion gives me a personal indication as to what I should and should not do. Religion is a personal quest and the fact that I follow it because of my own interests, makes it more appealing to practice. If someone is a firm advocate in their belief system whether they are religious or atheist, then they will carry out these ideals in any given instance. Religions will cause one to seek more good in the world. For my future, I will continue to practice Buddhism however I wish to become closer with the religion. I can always rely on it for my moral compass and helps me to carry myself in the best way possible.
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