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Definition: The right to dismiss a potential juror without giving a reason. Florida allows 10 peremptory challenges in capital cases, 6 in other felonies, and 3 in misdemeanors. Cannot be used to discriminate by race or gender (Batson rule).
Category: Court Process · Statute: Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.310 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Peremptory Challenge in Florida
The right to dismiss a potential juror without giving a reason. Florida allows 10 peremptory challenges in capital cases, 6 in other felonies, and 3 in misdemeanors. Cannot be used to discriminate by race or gender (Batson rule).
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