Jury Trial
Written By Fresh Starts Registry
Pronounced: JUR-ee TRY-uhl
What it means: A jury trial is a trial where a group of people (the jury) listens to evidence and helps decide the outcome. In divorce, jury trials are rare and usually only happen in certain states or for specific issues.
Example: “In our state, only property disputes can go to a jury trial—not custody.”
When it's used: Occasionally, depending on state law and the type of issue.
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