The American jury trial is a constitutional right

The founding fathers believed that the right to be tried by a jury of your peers was so important that it was included in the Constitution.

The jury trial is a vital part of America’s system of checks and balances. Checks and balances means that the judicial branch of government is equal to the other two branches (executive and legislative) and the courts can overturn laws or acts of government that violate constitutional rights. Our system of checks and balances requires a strong judicial branch. A strong judicial branch requires a healthy jury trial option.

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– Crystal Kinzel, Collier County Clerk of the Courts & Comptroller