United States v. Yager

Opinion

COOK, Judge:

This appeal involves the validity of a random jury selection program1 established by the convening authority, 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley, Fort Riley, Kansas. In accordance with procedures promulgated by a local directive [FR Circular No. 27—10-1 (Oct. 1, 1973)],2 names for a list of prospective jurors were selected from personnel data files and placed on a “Master Juror List” and thereafter screened by having each individual whose name appeared on the list complete a questionnaire regarding qualifications to serve as a court-martial member. Upon completion of the…