foreperson - Legal English Dictionary
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foreperson

the person that serves as the chair and spokesperson for a jury Judge Elden Fox told the jury to choose a foreperson and return on Tuesday to begin deliberations on a verdict.

Phrase Bank

  • During the trial, the foreperson of the jury asked for guidelines.
  • The foreperson answered each of the judge's questions in the affirmative.
  • The foreperson informed the judge that the jury had reached a verdict.
  • Ms. Lewis was appointed foreperson of the jury.

Additional Notes

  • Foreperson may refer to a foreman or forewoman
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