• @madcaesar
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      241 month ago

      We the jury find the defendant GUILTY! We sentance him to a fine of $1 and a lifetime membership to United Healthcare!

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      • Lemminary
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        61 month ago

        With all claims pre-approved and irrevocable.* Because you know these fuckers will try a fast one.

      • @jim_v
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        1 month ago

        **Hmm, maybe convict him, but give him no penalty and no imprisonment?

        That’s a thing, right?**

    • @mrcleanup
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      91 month ago

      I think the judge decides the penalty after the jury decides on guilt.

    • @[email protected]
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      81 month ago

      I believe the jury decides guilt or innocence, but the judge determines the sentence… In most cases

      • @chaogomu
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        61 month ago

        It depends on the state. Some states have a full second trial with a new jury in order to determine the sentencing.

        Sometimes it’s just a tacked on part of the original verdict.

        And the rest of the time it’s just the Judge who can do almost anything provided the sentence stays within certain parameters.