FAQs, Criminal Defense in Clearwater

Q. Am I guaranteed a trial by jury if I am accused of a crime?

A. By virtue of the Bill of Rights, every person accused of a crime that goes to trial has the right to have a trial by a jury made up of his or her peers. The accused is given the choice of choosing between a trial by jury or a bench trial (a trial where a judge hands down the verdict).

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