In recent years, jury selection has taken a scientific turn. Rather than relying on personal hunch, attorneys in a few highly publicized cases have employed social scientists to aid them in a more intelligent, systematic use of the voir dire that has come to be called “scientific jury selection.”
-Trial consultants are hired most often by

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Trial consultants are most often hired by defense attorneys to assist in preparing their case and selecting a jury. While prosecutors may also occasionally use trial consultants, the majority of the demand for their services comes from defense attorneys seeking to enhance their chances of success in court. Judges and victims typically do not hire trial consultants directly.

In Recent Years, Jury Selection Has Taken a Scientific Turn