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Bobb V. Municipal Court: A Challenge To Sexism In Jury Selection And Voir Dire, Randy Riddle
Bobb V. Municipal Court: A Challenge To Sexism In Jury Selection And Voir Dire, Randy Riddle
Golden Gate University Law Review
This Note discusses how sexism in the jury selection and voir dire processes can operate to produce a voir dire which violates of a prospective juror's guarantee of equal protection. It then outlines California's use of strict scrutiny to analyze gender-based classifications. Third, the Note reviews and evaluates the three Bobb opinions. Finally, the significance of Justice Miller's opinion is discussed.