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The opening shot shows a court scene. A lawyer is presenting a case in court while the jurors are taking notes in the background of the scene. Juror A says:
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| Juror A: |
Jurors only play a supporting role on-screen.
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The cinematic scene gradually turns brighter and changes to reality. The shot zooms in to Juror A and he says:
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| Juror A: |
But in real life, we are key players.
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The shot cuts to a Jury Common Room. Jurors are discussing the case and raising their hands to vote. Juror B speaks to the camera:
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| Juror B: |
For example, we decide if the defendant in a serious criminal case is guilty.
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The shot changes to an office scene. Juror C is submitting a leave application form to his employer. He then speaks to the camera:
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| Juror C: |
Serving as a juror is a civic duty.
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A close-up shot shows the employer looking at the words “Pay Cut or Benefit Cut”, “Request for Overtime Work”, “Threat of Dismissal” and “Dismissal” appearing one by one on the scene. She then slightly nods to imply that she understands. Juror C continues to say off-screen:
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| Juror C: |
An employer who deducts an employee's salary or benefits, requests overtime work, or terminates or threatens to terminate employment for serving as a juror commits an offence.
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The employer is holding the leave application form and says:
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| Employer: |
The maximum penalty is three months' imprisonment and a $25,000 fine.
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The slogan “Support the Jury System. Let Justice Be Served” appears at the top of the screen. Both the employer and Juror C look at the slogan. Jurors A,B,C and the employer say off-screen:
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| Juror A,B,C and Employer off-screen: |
Support the Jury System. Let Justice Be Served
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End shot shows the slogan “Support the Jury System. Let Justice Be Served” and the logo of the Department of Justice.
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