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Judicial Division → Publications → Principles for Juries and Jury Trials Principles for Juries and Jury Trials The American jury is a living institution that has played a crucial part in our democracy for more than two hundred years. The American Bar Association recognizes the legal community's ongoing need to refine and improve jury practice so that the right to jury trial is preserved and juror participation enhanced. This book contains a set of 19 principles that define our fundamental aspirations for the management of the jury system. Product Code: 5239001 Reporter: Stephen Landsman Publication Date: August 2005 Page Count: 142 Trim Size: 6 x 9 paperback Format: Book Pricing: $0.00 USD (Regular) About the Book ABA Principles for Juries and Jury Trials sets forth 19 principles that define our fundamental aspirations for the management of the jury system. Each principle is designed to express the best of current-day jury practice in light of existing legal and practical constraints. The publication is designed to assist states and federal courts across the country in implementing "best practice" procedures. To receive a complimentary copy of these standards, please call the ABA Service Center at (800) 285-2221 and request product code 5239001.