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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about juror discharge include a notable case where a murder trial at the Old Bailey collapsed after a juror complained about another juror's body odor, leading the judge to discharge the jury and order a retrial. This tag covers instances where a jury is dismissed before reaching a verdict, often due to misconduct, illness, or other issues that prevent a fair trial. While not a common topic on this tech forum, the content highlights unusual legal scenarios that intersect with public interest.
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    Old Bailey murder trial jury discharged after woman said fellow juror was too SMELLY to sit next to

    A murder trial has collapsed after a member of the jury complained that she couldn't bear the smell of another juror. The unnamed woman wrote a letter to the judge at the Old Bailey saying that the stench was so overpowering she was unable to concentrate on the evidence. As a result, Judge...
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