Can I request a jury trial in a small claims court case?

In Rhode Island, you cannot request a jury trial in a small claims court case. This is because small claims court is a type of court where the issues are usually simpler than other court cases, and are designed to be settled quickly and without the added complexity of jury decisions. In Rhode Island, small claims court is also known as the Rhode Island District Court. Generally, in Rhode Island small claims court, only the judge hears the case and makes the decision. In some cases, both parties may agree to allow the judge to decide the case based on written evidence alone, without the need for an in-person hearing. In Rhode Island, if either party is not satisfied with the outcome of the small claims proceeding, they may have the option of appealing the decision to a different court. In those appeals, either party may have the right to a jury trial, depending on the facts of the case. However, in general, small claims court is designed to be a simpler and more efficient option than going to trial in a higher court. This means that Rhode Island small claims court generally does not allow for a jury trial.

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