... jury would be to consider the evidence and then reach a verdict of 'guilty' or 'not guilty.' In order to be able to become a juror you have to have some certain qualities, such as: * Between 18 and 70 years of age. * On the electoral register to vote. * Lived in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man for at least 5 years since the age of 13. All of these qualifications are set out by the Juries Act 1974. However, some people still, even with these qualities, appear on a jury. This is because; if you have a criminal record it will depend on how long you may be disqualified to sit on a jury. A lifetime ban may be given due to: * Imprisonment for life, detention for life, or custody for life. * Detention during Her Majesty's pleasure or during the pleasure of the Secretary of State; * Imprisonment/Detention for public protection. * ...

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