There has always been a concern about jurors improperly communicating information about their cases. Jurors are using their phones to communicate information about the case to friends, family, and other third parties. They are also using Web access to improperly research matters relating to the trial (e.g., Googling the parties, researching alternate theories, etc. All of these actions are strictly forbidden by the courts. As was reported recently in the Christian Science Monitor, a juror in one case Tweated potential outcome of a significant civil action.”]
Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/2136628/beware-jurors-bearing-smart-phones.html