Sandusky Motion for a New Trial, homework help

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Go to the ESPN College Football Website and read the article titled, “Jerry Sandusky wants new trial”. Be prepared to discuss.

From the e-Activity, summarize at least two (2) arguments presented for and
against granting Sandusky’s motion for a new criminal trial. Identify the most
likely factors that you believe would support the judge’s decision to grant a
new trial. Provide a rationale for your response.

  • In the event that Sandusky were to be granted a new trial, discuss two (2)
    specific aspects of the case that you believe the defense and prosecuting
    attorneys would alter in their new arguments. Provide a rationale for your
    response.

    • John, a married, law-abiding, father of two children is serving as a juror in a
    trial where a child had been murdered. Determine the significant impact that a
    juror from the described demographic could potentially have in the outcome of
    this particular criminal trial.  Provide rationale in your response. 

  • Analyze at least three (3) overall differences between criminal and civil
    court proceedings. Discuss the fundamental reasons why you believe that these
    differences are the most notable. Justify your response.