Bill > H1191

This bill proposes to amend existing law concerning the examination of prospective jurors in civil cases by adding a new paragraph to Section 28 of Chapter 234 of the General Laws. Specifically, it mandates that before any questioning of potential jurors begins, they must be informed that, at the end of the trial, they will have an opportunity to meet with the judge and the attorneys representing the parties involved in the case, unless one of the parties is representing themselves (appearing pro se). While this meeting is generally to occur, a judge retains the discretion to disallow it, limit its length, or excuse individual jurors from participating, for good cause shown after a verdict has been reached, and the judge will also oversee the conduct of any such meeting.