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Theoretically anyone can request a jury trial for any offense, but as a practical matter very minor cases are heard by only judges or magistrates. Traffic courts, or Municipal/City courts are the lowest level of court which will conduct jury trials.
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In which courts can a jury sit?
Jury trials are available at all levels of the court EXCEPT Appeals Court and Supreme Court levels.
What is trials by jury?
Trial by jury means that the finder of fact for the court proceeding will be a jury. the size of the jury varies by jurisdiction.
What are two types of trials?
Bench trials are when the judge is the decider of fact. A jury trial is where a jury plays that role and determines the verdict.
Jury trials or panel of judges?
(in the US) There is no comparison. The only alternative to a jury trial is a trial in front of a SINGLE judge. Panels of judges do not come into play unless/until a case reaches the Appelate level of court, and in appelate court no jury option exists.
In federal court trials must jury verdicts be unanumous?
Yes, the verdict must be unanimous.
Is the only federal court where cases can be heard by both judges and jury are VA circuit court?
No. All federal circuit trial courts hear both jury and bench trials.
How many people are allowed in court as audience during a murder trial?
Most Murder/Homicide trials are heard by a jury panel consisting of 12 members, plus probably 1 or 2 alternates.
Why couldn't everyone do trial by jury?
Because not every court case requires a jury to reach a conclusion. Jury trials are usually reserved for criminal cases - and even then - not all cases need a jury !
Which rights at trials guaranteed by the US Constitution does not apply to juveniles in juvenile court?
A trial by "a jury of their peers."
What courts hold jury trials?
In federal court, the district courts can have jury trials. If the opposing parties in a suit agree to waive their right to a jury trial, the judge may preside and enter a verdict. In state court, the answer is less straightforward because each state has its own court structure. States often have specialized courts specifically for family law, probate, or small claims, but generally there are 3 basic levels in a state court system: 1. Supreme Court (the highest court in the state) [no jury] 2. Appellate (or appeals) courts [no jury] 3. Trial courts [jury]. The trial courts are called by different names in different states so it's confusing (for example, in California trial courts are called 'superior courts' and in Alabama they are called 'circuit courts.')
What is the duration of Famous Jury Trials?
The duration of Famous Jury Trials is 1800.0 seconds.
Jury trials for juveniles are permitted in?
Jury trials for juveniles are permitted in the United States. The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a trial by jury in criminal cases, and this right extends to juveniles in the same way as adults. However, the specific rules and procedures surrounding jury trials for juveniles may vary by state.
