A Sydney criminal lawyer has warned that the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) government’s decision to allow majority verdicts—where a finding of guilt can be made even if one juror dissents—“raises valid concerns about the potential implications for the justice system.”
In an exclusive interview with The Epoch Times, Tony Nikolic of Ashley, Francina, Leonard & Associates (AFL Solicitors) said the change undermines “the foundational principle of unanimous agreement among jurors [which is] essential for ensuring thorough deliberation and safeguarding against potential biases or errors.”
