Successfully navigating Batson v Kentucky could help you defend against racial bias in a trial. In any criminal trial, a fair and impartial jury is essential to upholding a defendant’s constitutional rights. But what happens when attorneys use jury selection to exclude jurors based on race? The United States Supreme Court addressed this issue in the landmark case Batson v Kentucky, establishing a legal framework to prevent racial discrimination during jury selection. For defendants in Tulsa criminal trials, understanding how Batson works can be critical to protecting… Read More