Do not remove trial by jury for certain cases
The MoJ plans to remove the right to trial by jury for either-way cases with a likely sentence of three years or less. We believe it is an ancient right allowing us to be judged by our peers and this right must never be lost.
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Do not remove trial by jury for certain cases
The MoJ plans to remove the right to trial by jury for either-way cases with a likely sentence of three years or less. We believe it is an ancient right allowing us to be judged by our peers and this right must never be lost.
React
Where do you stand on this motion?
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Members can read every reason.
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Hold a referendum on planned changes to trial by jury
We believe the Government has no right to abolish or restrict trial by jury without a referendum.