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

No, you cannot have a jury trial in a small claims court case in Maryland. Small claims court cases are for civil disputes involving damages of $5,000 or less. Such disputes are often resolved by an informal hearing before a judge or a magistrate. In this hearing, the judge or magistrate will listen to the arguments and evidence presented by each side of the case and will make a decision regarding who will prevail in the dispute. In Maryland, neither side has the right to a jury trial in a small claims case. The specific rules of small claims courts varies from state to state. In Maryland, parties may choose to have a lawyer represent them, but the court will not appoint a lawyer if one of the parties requests it. In addition, the court may allow a party to appeal the original decision. If the appeal is allowed, the case will then be heard in Circuit Court, which grants parties the right to a jury trial if they choose to request it. As such, it is important to understand the rules of the small claims court before filing a case. Knowing the rules can help you understand the process and potential outcomes of the case, and can also help you make decisions on whether or not to appeal the decision of the small claims court.

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