non-jury
- Refers to a legal case where a judge or another judicial officer, such as a magistrate, hears and makes the decision without the involvement of a jury
- The defendant opted to have a non-jury trial due to the complexities of the case.
- The judge decided to proceed with a non-jury trial because the defendant waived their right to a jury trial.
- In some situations, a non-jury trial can be more efficient and faster than a trial with a jury.
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