Hung Jury

Individualized Education Program

Slang for a hopelessly deadlocked jury in a criminal case, in which neither side is able to prevail. usually it means there is no unanimous verdict (although in oregon and louisiana 10 of 12 jurors can convict or acquit). if the jury is hung the trial judge will declare a mistrial. a new trial from scratch, with a new jury panel, is required. the prosecutor can decide not to re-try the case, particularly if a majority of the jury favored acquittal.

Was This Term Helpful?

0 out of 0 found this helpful

Still got a question or concern?

Click here to contact us or go back to the main Glossary page.