All of these factors can help you in identifying attitudes or beliefs that may affect the outcome of your case. Jury selection is the first opportunity you have to speak to the jurors. It is critical to use this opportunity to establish a good rapport with the venire. You want them to feel that you are a caring and trustworthy person. Give the venire your full attention to show them how you respect their time and attention.
Prospective jurors notice everything.
They have nothing to do but observe you and the courtroom. Be aware of your facial expressions and body language and how prospective jurors might interpret them. Based on your demeanor, jurors may make inferences about you or your case. Don t forget that they form impressions of you while you are forming impressions of them. Make the first impressions of you and your case count.