The case is about a juror in a sexual assault trial who expressed racial bias during deliberations. The defendant's motion for a new trial was denied due to a rule that prohibits jurors from testifying about discussions during deliberations. The US Supreme Court is deciding whether there should be an exception to this rule when a juror's statements suggest racial bias. Some states already have this exception. The court has already decided that if a juror makes a clear statement indicating reliance on racial stereotypes or animus to convict a defendant, the no-impeachment rule should be set aside.
Peña-Rodriguez v. Colorado (2017)
Supreme Court of the United States
137 S. Ct. 855, 197 L. Ed. 2d 107
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