[RushIsMyTeddyBear]

When did 12 become 14?

Shouldn’t these “journalists” also be careful?

[AndyTheBear]

Might be there are still two alternates that are still sitting in on trial in case some of the twelve are disqualified.

[sockmonkey]

*** When did 12 become 14? ***

Twelve, plus two alternates. In case there is indisposition of one (or two) of the regular jurors, the trial can proceed.

[seowulf]

When did 12 become 14?

Two alternates, in case someone has to drop out for some reason. Saves a retrial on important cases.

[Az Joe]

2 alternates. It was originally 15 but one was excused at the very start.

[entropy12]

I think the 2 extra jurors are backups in case some of the 12 are unable to continue jury duty.