Citizens of Kamchatka region are now eligible to serve as jury members
In Kamchatka Krai, a region located in the Far East of Russia, citizens are required to participate in court sessions as jurors in cases of serious and especially serious crimes. This obligation is part of the local legislation.
The Agency for Ensuring the Activity of World Court Judges in Kamchatka Krai is responsible for overseeing the work of these jurors. As of now, the head of this agency is Natalia Batashova.
To be eligible for jury service, Russian citizens must be over 25 years old, have no outstanding or unexpunged criminal records, and be of sound mind. They are not registered with a narcological or psychoneurological dispensary.
The selection process for jurors in Kamchatka Krai is carried out by a random draw using the computer program GAS "Elections". A notification to participate in a court session as a juror should not be missed.
Jurors are called upon to fulfill their duties once a year for one criminal case. The verdict on a criminal case in Kamchatka Krai may be influenced by the jurors' opinions, making their independent viewpoint crucial.
In the event of a tie, the independent opinion of a juror could be a deciding factor in a criminal case's verdict. It's worth noting that jurors in Kamchatka Krai are not registered with any narcological or psychoneurological dispensary, ensuring their mental fitness for the role.
For more information about jury selection and service in Kamchatka Krai, residents can contact the agency at the number 8 (4152) 42-70-44. The person currently leading the Authority for the Preservation of Activities of the World University Judges in Kamchatka Krai is not publicly known or available in current records.