In order to expand the validity and acceptability of pretrial surveys,the American Society of Trial Consultants has begun to
A)hold seminars and lectures on surveying techniques to help judges and lawyers become comfortable with the techniques.
B)require that every survey presented in a community use no less than 35% of the actual jury pool in that community.
C)develop set standards and guidelines for surveys,including sample size,interview length,and question wording.
D)submit amicus briefs to accompany any Supreme Court decision questioning change of venue techniques.

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Developing set standards and guidelines for surveys, including sample size, interview length, and question wording would help to establish the reliability and validity of pretrial surveys. This would make them more acceptable and reliable in court and help judges and lawyers become more comfortable with the techniques. Holding seminars and requiring a certain percentage of the actual jury pool may also be helpful, but developing guidelines is the most comprehensive and effective approach. Amicus briefs would not directly impact the validity and acceptability of pretrial surveys.

In Order to Expand the Validity and Acceptability of Pretrial