Jury Service Materials

In this educational video from the Supreme Court of Ohio, people selected for jury duty are informed about how courts work and the essential role of jurors to the justice system. The video is targeted to people chosen for a grand jury. Unlike trial juries, grand jurors don't determine guilt or innocence. After a prosecutor presents a case alleging that someone committed a crime, the grand jury decides whether there is sufficient evidence to formally charge the person with the crime. The video describes the history of the grand jury process, common legal terms, and the basic responsibilities of grand jurors, including their vow of secrecy.

In this educational video from the Supreme Court of Ohio, people selected for jury duty are informed about how courts work and the essential role of jurors to the justice system. The video speaks to jurors selected for a trial in a criminal or civil case. Jurors will gain an understanding of the fundamental right to a jury trial in the United States. They also learn about the structure of Ohio courts; who's who in the courtroom; the key legal words used in court proceedings; and each juror's roles and obligations during jury selection, trial, and deliberations.