Jury Trials vs. Judge-Only Trials in Australia

Hey everyone! Today, I’m going to explain the difference between jury trials and

judge-only trials in Australia — and why both are important in our legal system. So,

in a jury trial, a group of everyday citizens listens to all the evidence and decides if the

person is guilty or not. The judge doesn’t decide the verdict — their job is to

make sure everything follows the law and guide the jury. This type of trial brings the community

into the justice system and reflects public participation. On the other hand, a judge-only trial

doesn’t involve a jury. The judge listens to all the evidence and decides both

what happened and the final outcome. These trials are often used for complex or high-profile