This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
Yes, a defendant has the right to waive trial by jury and try the case to a judge instead. The issue of having 'nothing to hide' is utterly irrelevant. Only someone who doesn't understand the American legal system raises the issue of 'nothing to h...
Additionally, certain legal proceedings, such as probation violations or juvenile delinquency cases, typically do not involve juries. Understanding these exceptions is crucial for defendants to make informed decisions about their legal strategies.
A bench trial is a trial where the judge is the sole fact-finder; that is, the judge alone makes a decision on the merits of your case after both sides have presented evidence.
Any party may demand a trial by jury of any issue triable of right by a jury by (1) serving upon the other parties a demand therefor in writing at any time after the commencement of the action and not later than 10 days after the service of the last pleading directed to such issue, and (2) filing the demand as required ...
Disqualifications and exemptions from jury service. A prospective juror is disqualified to serve on a jury if that prospective juror is not a citizen of the United States, 18 years of age and a resident of the county, or is unable to read, speak and understand the English language.
"A person summoned for jury service who intentionally fails to appear as directed shall be guilty of a misdemeanor." (RCW 2.36. 170).
Waiving this right to jury trial requires a judge to determine that: Both the defendant and his or her attorney consent to waiving the right, The defendant knows what he or she is giving up, and. The waiver is voluntary.
Most King County District Court jury trials are completed in 1 week or less, or until dismissed by a judge. You may defer jury service twice within a 12-month period starting from the date of your first summons. You must make your request to reschedule before your assigned service date.
Your jury duty obligation can be postponed (deferred) up to three times if you meet specific criteria. You must request to postpone your service prior to your current report date. To request a postponement, call 360-417-2231.
In the federal court system, if a defendant is entitled to a jury trial, the trial must be conducted by a jury unless (1) the defendant waives the jury trial in writing, (2) the government agrees, and (3) the court approves.