Section 5. Trial by jury; verdict in civil cases

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Trial by jury; verdict in civil cases

The right of trial by jury shall remain inviolate, and shall extend to all cases at law without regard to the amount in controversy; but a jury trial may be waived by the parties in all cases in the manner prescribed by law. Provided, however, that the legislature may, from time to time, by statute provide that a valid verdict, in civil cases, may be based on the votes of a specified number of the jury, not less than five-sixths thereof.

Summary: Non-unanimous jury verdicts in civil trials may be valid.

Election Date: November 7, 1912

Votes For Ratification: 171,433

Votes Against Ratification: 156,820

Percent for Ratification: 52%

Percent Against Ratification: 48%

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Amendment Source: 1921 JR 17

Effective Date Source: WI Bd. State Canvassers, 1848-1978, Vol. 7, 32-35

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The right of the people peaceably to assemble, to consult for the common good, and to petition the government, or any department thereof, shall never be abridged.

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Notes: Minor changes to grammar and capitalization that do not affect the substance of the provision were made throughout the Constitution without an amendment being presented to voters, including to this amendment. The text here reflects the current constitution as published by the state legislature.

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