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My sister is the defendant in a case and her attorney filed a jury trial demand. I want to know what that means.
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The constitution grants a defendant the right to a 'speedy trial'. Sometimes, the court system can be frustratingly slow when it comes to finishing up a case. A jury trial demand is simply a request that a date be set for a jury trial. This may galvanize the state into making a better plea offer, or it may be because your sister's attorney feels ready to go to trial on the merits.
Answered on Feb 24th, 2013 at 10:40 PM
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It means that her attorney wants a jury to decide the case instead of a judge.
Answered on Feb 24th, 2013 at 8:32 PM
John J. Carney
You have a right to a trial by jury. All 12 jurors have to unanimously agree that you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt or you are found "not guilty."
Answered on Feb 24th, 2013 at 8:26 PM
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It means her attorney has formally notified the court and the prosecutor that he is requesting a trial by jury, if the case goes to trial.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2013 at 10:26 PM
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It is asking for the verdict, after the trial, to be made by a jury, not the judge.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2013 at 2:57 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
It means that they want a jury to decide the issues.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2013 at 2:57 PM
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In some cases, a jury trial demand needs to be filed to preserve your right to a jury trial on the case.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2013 at 2:56 PM
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A jury trial demand is a request to have your case decided by fellow citizens as opposed to the judge should you proceed to trial. The decision to choose or waive a jury trial lies with the defendant.
Answered on Feb 21st, 2013 at 2:56 PM