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(1) Defendants shall have the right to a jury trial in all criminal prosecutions, including prosecutions for violations of traffic laws, in the Circuit and District Courts. The defendant may request a jury trial at any time prior to the time his case is called for trial.
(2) There shall be no right to a jury trial in civil actions in which the amount in controversy does not exceed two hundred and fifty dollars ($250).
(3) Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the power of the judge to punish for contempt of court.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Kentucky Revised Statutes Title IV. Judicial Branch § 29A.270.Right to jury trial - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ky/title-iv-judicial-branch/ky-rev-st-sect-29a-270/
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