nullification

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If federal charges are brought, Trump can't count on jury nullification.

From Salon

He argued answers the jury gave on disputed questions last week were in “conflict” and that the jurors engaged in jury nullification by disregarding expert testimony.

From Seattle Times

Several states passed nullification laws under former President Barack Obama, but judges have found them unconstitutional.

From Seattle Times

Several states passed nullification laws under then-President Barack Obama, but judges have found them unconstitutional.

From Washington Times

Arizona earlier this month enacted a nullification measure similar to the one Hutchinson vetoed.

From Washington Times