§ 576 Oath of jury.

Before a jury starts hearing a case, each juror must take an oath. This oath is a promise that they will listen carefully to the case, look at the evidence fairly, and follow the law when making their decision.

By taking this oath, jurors are agreeing to do their job honestly. They promise to give a "true verdict," which means a decision based only on what they hear in court and what the law says, not on personal opinions or outside influences. This step happens before testimony begins and helps make sure the trial is fair for everyone involved.