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Dating back at least to the time of Socrates, some early societies decided that certain disputes, such as whether a person committed a particular crime, should be heard by a group of citizens. Several centuries later, trial by jury was introduced to England, where it became a fundamental feature of the legal system, checking the government and involving citizens in decision-making.
Juries decided whether defendants would be tried on crimes, determined whether the accused defendants were guilty, and resolved monetary disputes.
Source: What happened to trial by jury - Suja A. Thomas, TED-Ed
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Juries decided whether defendants would be tried on crimes, determined whether the accused defendants were guilty, and resolved monetary disputes.
Source: What happened to trial by jury - Suja A. Thomas, TED-Ed
What does "on" mean in this context?
