Voir Dire

What is Voir Dire?

The examination by the Court and/or the attorneys of the prospective jurors to determine their qualifications and to select a final jury panel. Questions can be posed to the group or to individual prospects in the presence of the Court and lawyers only.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Civil Procedure terms:

• Show Cause Order
• Cross-Examination
• Redirect Examination
• Peremptory Challenges

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