Pronunciation: [vˈɛna͡ɪ͡ə] (IPA) 
Venire is a legal term derived from Latin and pronounced /vɛnɪrɛ/. The phonetic transcription of the word is "veh-nuh-ray". The spelling of the word is straightforward, with a "v" sound at the beginning, followed by the short "e" sound, then "n" and "i" pronounced as in English, and finally "re" with a soft "r" sound and a long "e" sound. In legal contexts, venire refers to the process of selecting jurors for a trial or hearing.
Venire is a legal term derived from Latin that refers to a process of summoning and selecting potential jurors for a trial. In the legal context, venire represents the pool of individuals from which jurors are chosen to serve on a jury. This selection process is a critical component of ensuring a fair and impartial trial.
The venire process typically begins with summoning a large group of potential jurors through a formal notice, usually delivered by mail. These individuals are expected to appear at a specific place and time, on the designated date, to undertake further screening and selection processes. During this initial stage, the court may query potential jurors to determine their eligibility and suitability for jury duty.
After this initial screening, a smaller group of potential jurors is selected from the venire to form the jury panel. The selection is often made through a method known as voir dire, in which attorneys question potential jurors to identify biases or conflicts of interest that could affect their ability to render an impartial judgment.
Once the jury panel is finalized, the trial proceedings can commence, with the venire serving as the main source for selecting the twelve jurors who will decide the case. It is crucial that the venire is representative of a fair and diverse cross-section of the community to ensure impartiality, as the composition of the jury can significantly impact the outcome of a trial.
The word "venire" comes from Late Latin "venīre", which is the infinitive form of the verb "veniō", meaning "I come". "Venīre" itself is derived from Classical Latin "venīre" with the same meaning. The Latin word can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*gʷem-" or "*gʷemh₁-" which also gave rise to words like Venire’s English equivalent, "come".
