Potential Cosby jurors answer questions about bias, potential hardship

These questions were asked to a group of 100 potential jurors on Day 1 before they were interviewed individually:

Do you have any previous knowledge of this case? (saw it on the news, read about it, etc.):

86 said yes

Would you hold it against Bill Cosby if he didn't testify?:

8 said yes

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Have you already formed an opinion about Bill Cosby's guilt or innocence?:

34 said yes

Could the nature of the charges influence your decision?:

25 said yes

Have you, a family member or close friend been a victim of sexual assault?:

35 said yes

Given the anticipated duration of the trial (2-3 weeks), travel to Montgomery County and sequestration, would this create an extraordinary hardship on you?:

67 said yes

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