Malignant melanoma is a common cancer in dogs. Malignant melanoma is an abnormal growth that involves the pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. These cells are located throughout the body, wherever tissues are pigmented (colored). Malignant melanomas are more common in the dog than in the cat. Oral melanoma is the most common oral malignancy in dogs.
How Many Jurors Are Selected? On the day of your trial, a randomly selected panel of potential jurors will be present. In Virginia, the number of jurors picked for trial will depend on whether your case is a felony or misdemeanor. Generally, the following rules apply: In a felony case, 20 prospective jurors are called from those in the courtroom, and 12 members will be selected. In a misdemeanor case, 13 prospective jurors are called, and the final jury will include 7 jurors. One or more alternate jurors may be selected to be on the jury in case a juror becomes too ill to serve or is removed from the jury during the trial for other reasons.
The grand jury plays an important role in the criminal process, but not one that involves a finding of guilt or punishment of a party. Instead, a prosecutor will work with a grand jury to decide whether to bring criminal charges or an indictment against a potential defendant -- usually reserved for serious felonies. Grand jury members may be called for jury duty for months at a time, but need only appear in court for a few days out of every month. Regular court trial juries are usually 6 or 12 people, but in the federal system, a grand jury can be 16 to 23 people.