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Examining the Erosion of Jury Trials and Judicial Discretion
This chapter explores a Supreme Court petition related to the Sixth Amendment's guarantee of a jury trial, focusing on the challenges presented by judicial discretion and unproven allegations in sentencing. It raises critical concerns about the declining prevalence of jury trials in the U.S., stressing the need for accountability and robust proof within the judicial system.