Trials

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You may enter a plea of not guilty and ask for a trial even if you think you have committed the offense charged. The words "not guilty" are legalese for saying --I want to exercise my constitutional rights and require the Prosecution to prove the charge beyond a reasonable doubt.

Bench Trial or Trial to the Court
A trial held before a judge sitting without a jury

Upon a not guilty plea, the matter will be tried or set for trial, and the City Prosecutor will be required to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. If you fail to appear for the scheduled trial, a bench warrant may be issued for your arrest and an additional charge for failure to appear may be filed against you. Traffic tickets are limited to a Bench Trial. Failure to appear will result in the entry of a conviction.

Jury Trial
A trial held before a judge sitting with a jury

You have the right to a jury trial for non-motor vehicle cases, if you request one in writing within 21 days of the date of your arraignment or your entry of a plea. The written request must be accompanied with a jury fee of twenty-five dollars ($25). You will have a jury of three (3) unless you request six (6).

File Electronically

Attorneys may file by email to Municourt@steamboatsprings.net.. Entry of appearance in writing is required even when appearing in person.