Juries may base their verdicts on reasoning that ignores or goes beyond the law. This phenomenon is referred to as:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Jury nullification occurs when jurors acquit a defendant, even if they believe the defendant is guilty, based on their disagreement with the law or its application. This means they can ignore the law as it is written and base their verdict on their own sense of justice or fairness.

Juries May Base Their Verdicts on Reasoning That Ignores or Goes