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Summary: The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) filed an amicus curiae brief in the case of United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell, arguing that the defendant's right to an impartial jury was compromised by Juror No. 50's false answers during voir dire. The brief emphasizes the importance of honest answers from prospective jurors and the challenges of ensuring impartiality in high-profile trials.
Significance: This document is significant because it highlights the importance of ensuring an impartial jury in high-profile and sensational trials, and argues that the voir dire process is crucial in achieving this goal.
Key Topics:
Impartial jury in high-profile trials
Voir dire process and juror honesty
Consequences of biased jurors in sensational cases
Key People:
- Ghislaine Maxwell - Defendant in the case
- Abbe David Lowell - Counsel for Amicus Curiae
- Joel B. Rudin - Vice Chair, Amicus Curiae Committee, NACDL