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Jan. 15, 2009
Do Process?
Whether a jury trial is required depends on the whether the issues in the case are characterized as being equitable or legal, writes Michael Paul Thomas. - Focus Column - Focus Column
FOCUS COLUMN
By Michael Paul Thomas The right to a jury trial in civil cases is constitutionally guaranteed in California by California Constitution Article I Section 16. Indeed, trial by jury is recognized as an "inviolate" right. Code of Civil Procedure Section 631; People v. $17,522.08 United States Currency, 142 Cal.App.4th 1076 (2006). Significantly, a determination of the right of a jury trial begins with the historical analys...For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
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