Eighteen-Year-Old André Has Been Accused of Statutory Rape Because He

Multiple Choice

Eighteen-year-old André has been accused of statutory rape because he had sex with his 17-year-old girlfriend. When the case goes to trial, the prosecution presents evidence confirming that André broke the law; yet the jurors vote not guilty because they feel the law is outdated. The jury's action is a clear example of

A) the positive coercion bias.
B) internalization.
C) sentencing disparity.
D) jury nullification.