The statement 'Only the defense may ask the court to remove a juror because the juror has already decided that the defendant is guilty' is:

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Voir dire is not a process
• D. It is always true

Answer: (B)

Understanding how jurors are kept fair starts with voir dire, the process of questioning potential jurors to uncover any bias or preconceived opinions. If a juror indicates they have already decided the defendant is guilty, they can’t be impartial, so a removal for cause is appropriate. Importantly, this is not something only the defense can do—the prosecution can also request removal of a biased juror. Both sides have tools to shape the jury to be fair: removal for cause when bias is shown, and peremptory challenges to strike jurors without giving a reason (within legal limits). Because bias can be raised by either side, the statement that only the defense may ask for removal is not correct.