11-27-17 - Oath of jurors. - Mississippi Statutes

§ 11-27-17. Oath of jurors.
 

When the jury shall be so impaneled, the jurors shall be sworn as follows: "I do solemnly swear or affirm that as a member of this jury I will discharge my duty honestly and faithfully, to the best of my ability, and that I will a true verdict render according to the evidence, without fear, favor, or affection, and that I will be governed by the instructions of the court. So help me God." 
 

Sources: Codes, 1942, § 2749-09; Laws,  1971, ch. 520, § 9, eff from and after January 1, 1972.