We talked about the Dutch "Professor T." series that airs on my local PBS
station a few weeks ago. I've got a question about Dutch courts I hope you
can answer.

The episode that aired Saturday night here involved a murder trial. There were
three judges, all in robes, and I'm guessing it was the prosecutor in robes as
well. But my question pertains to the jurors, I *think* there were 12 but not
entirely sure. What surprised me was all the jurors hearing this murder trial
were all taking notes on what appeared to be yellow legal pads. Is this the
norm in the courts there?? All courts or just criminal trials???

I can't speak for all states but taking notes while on a jury here in my
state will quickly get you pulled off that jury by your ear like a naughty
child. Most likely you are escorted to the door then a swift kick in the
seat of your pants hoping you'll tumble down the steps head first.

Can you enlighten me, please??? Fellow 'Murikans, is note taking allowed in
your state while serving on a jury??