Wow. I’m sure this was a very sobering experience. I’m glad you didn’t have to do something that went against your feelings in that moment.

As for your judgement, don’t be too hard on yourself. We are hard wired to be discerning and to look out for anything that feels like danger. It’s not even conscious. It’s a subconscious response designed to help keep us safe.

I’m sure that if you’d been called to sit on that jury, if it had been “iffy” about his involvement you’d have said so. I’m sure you wouldn’t have judged him on his looks if the facts didn’t warrant a conviction. But well done for noticing your response to him and not wanting to act on it. That speaks volumes about the kind of man you are. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Thanks for sharing your story.