At times, juries deliberately decide to ignore, disregard, or go beyond the law because to do otherwise would violate the moral conscience of the community. This action is known as:

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Jury nullification is the deliberate act of a jury to acquit a defendant who is technically guilty but who they believe does not deserve punishment or whose punishment would be unjust. This can happen if the jury believes that the law in question is wrong or immoral, or if they believe that the defendant acted out of necessity or in self-defense. While controversial, jury nullification is a long-standing tradition in common law systems, and is seen by some as a way for the community to have a voice in the justice system.

At Times, Juries Deliberately Decide to Ignore, Disregard, or Go