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jury trial

American  
[joor-ee trahy-uhl] / ˈdʒʊər i ˌtraɪ əl /

noun

  • jury trials
    plural
  1. a trial in court with a decision by a jury, as opposed to by a judge alone.


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It is also common and happens throughout every jury trial that jurors send notes.

From Slate Sep. 4, 2026

The lawsuit asks for a jury trial, an injunction against ongoing and future copyright infringement and unspecified damages.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 23, 2026

The first jury trial looking at whether Edison acted negligently in igniting the fire is scheduled to begin Jan. 25.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 20, 2026

Speaking to reporters on a visit to Sheffield, the prime minister said: "My instincts are that we need to find ways of not reducing access to jury trial."

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

If Mr. Justice thought there was not sufficient evidence to hold him for a higher court and a jury trial, he would immediately release him.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes

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