Jury Service FAQ's

What Is A PETIT Jury?

A PETIT jury is a trial jury for both civil and criminal cases.  The PETIT jury listens to the evidence offered during a trial and returns a verdict.  A verdict in a civil case may be a finding for the plaintiff or for the defendant.  A verdict in a criminal case finds the defendant guilty or not guilty.  There are 12 jurors (plus alternates) on a criminal jury and at least 6 jurors on a civil jury.

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