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by throwaway28474 3853 days ago
> That is not always true, it really does depend on the crime. Jury Nullification does still exist and is becoming more popular especially for things like Drug Laws.

How is that a counter-example to the guideline "if you're guilty you want a jury trial"? It sounds like you're saying if I'm guilty of drug possession I want a jury trial.

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Yes, but you also want a jury trial if you're falsely accused of drug possession.