Jury duty trauma has high costs

Jurors involved in high-profile or traumatic cases, such as the trial of Lindsay Clancy, often experience significant emotional distress, including nightmares and anxiety, due to exposure to graphic evidence and emotional testimony. While some jurisdictions offer limited short-term counseling, there is no standardized support for juror trauma across state courts, and resources are often insufficient. Experts highlight the emotional toll of such cases and call for improved acknowledgement and management of juror mental health to maintain public trust in the justice system.

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