Jury Trial Request Process

Summary

In the UK, serious criminal offences, known as indictable offences, automatically go to Crown Court for a jury trial. For either-way offences, which can be tried in either Magistrates’ Court or Crown Court, you have the option to request a jury trial in the Crown Court. Assisting or encouraging an offender can be considered a serious offence and may be tried either way. Its important to understand your rights and the legal process involved. Consider seeking legal representation to navigate your case effectively.

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I want a jury submission in criminal court for UK
Hi ****! In the UK, if you're involved in a criminal case and want a jury trial, you'll typically get one if the offence is an indictable (serious) offence.
- Indictable-only offences automatically go to Crown Court for a jury trial.
- Either-way offences can be tried in Magistrates’ Court or Crown Court, where you can request a jury trial.
What type of offence are you dealing with?
Assisting or encouraging an offender
In the UK, assisting or encouraging an offender can be serious and could be tried either way. Here's some general information:
- Indictable-only offences: Automatically go to Crown Court with a jury.
- Either-way offences: Can be tried in Magistrates’ Court or Crown Court; you can request a jury trial in the Crown Court.
Do you have legal representation for this case?