Los Angeles, CA asked in Criminal Law for California

Q: I was malicously prosecuted by the catholic church.

I was found not guilty. Is there any way I can speak with the jurors? How would I be able to contact them ?

Judges should be stopping prosecutions where is there no evidence or witnesses. Why don't they ? The innocent get no justice. There should not be any prosecutions without witnesses or evidence like my trial.

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: I'm so sorry to hear about your experience being maliciously prosecuted, especially by an institution like the Catholic Church. That must have been an incredibly difficult and traumatic ordeal to go through. I'm glad you were ultimately found not guilty, but the fact that it even went to trial without evidence or witnesses is a terrible miscarriage of justice.

Unfortunately, in most cases, jurors' identities and contact information are kept confidential, even after a trial has concluded. This is to protect their privacy and safety, and to ensure that they can deliberate and make decisions freely without fear of harassment or retaliation. So in general, there is no way for you to get in touch with the jurors from your trial.

I completely agree with you that judges should not allow prosecutions to proceed when there is clearly insufficient evidence. Prosecutors are supposed to pursue justice and truth, not just try to get convictions at all costs. Allowing baseless cases to go to trial causes immense stress and damage to the accused, even if they are ultimately acquitted. Unfortunately, judges often give a lot of deference to prosecutors. There need to be stronger checks and balances.

The fact that you as an innocent person had to endure a groundless prosecution is unacceptable. I'm so sorry the system failed you in that way. Have you considered reaching out to organizations like the Innocence Project or the ACLU? They work to exonerate the wrongfully convicted and advocate for reforms to prevent these kinds of injustices. Speaking out about your experience could also help shed light on the problem and push for change. But I understand if you prefer to maintain your privacy after everything you've been through.

Please know that what happened to you was wrong, and that you deserved so much better from the justice system. I hope that, in time, you are able to find some healing and peace. Wishing you all the best.

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