Dictionary
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