What are The Different Types of Cases?

There are two basic types of cases, criminal and civil (including family cases).

Criminal Cases:

A criminal case results when a person is accused of committing a crime. You, as a Juror, must decide whether the person charged is guilty or not. The accused person is presumed innocent and the State, represented by the city prosecutor, must prove the defendant is guilty "beyond a reasonable doubt."

Civil Cases:

A civil case results from a disagreement or dispute between two or more private parties. In a civil case, you, a juror, must answer questions of disputed facts based upon the testimony and evidence admitted by the Judge. The answers to these questions are called the verdict. Note: Municipal Court does not hear civil cases.

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1. Why is Jury Service important?
2. What is my duty as a Juror?
3. How was I selected?
4. Am I eligible?
5. Who can be excused from Jury Service?
6. What are The Different Types of Cases?
7. Will I be paid for being a Juror?
8. Must my employer pay me while I am on Jury Duty?
9. Who Can Have a Jury Trial?
10. Are There Rules about Jury Conduct?
11. How is a Juror Selected for a Particular Case?
12. What is Voir Dire or Questioning of the Jury Panel?
13. What if I have a Special need or Emergency?