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Defendant's Waiver of Trial by a Jury and Consent to Trial by a Judge - Massachusetts (Chinese)
This is a legal document that was released by the Massachusetts Superior Court - a government authority operating within Massachusetts.
The document is provided in Chinese.
FAQ
Q: What is the Defendant's Waiver of Trial by a Jury?
A: It is a document where the defendant gives up their right to a trial by a jury and agrees to be tried by a judge.
Q: What is the Consent to Trial by a Judge?
A: It is a document where the defendant agrees to have their case decided by a judge instead of a jury.
Q: What is the purpose of the Defendant's Waiver of Trial by a Jury and Consent to Trial by a Judge?
A: It allows the defendant to choose to forgo a jury trial and have their case decided by a judge.
Q: Is the Defendant required to sign the Waiver and Consent?
A: No, the defendant has the option to choose whether or not to sign the waiver and consent.
Q: Does signing the Waiver and Consent guarantee a trial by a judge?
A: Yes, signing the waiver and consent means the case will be decided by a judge and not a jury.
Form Details:
- Released on February 24, 2021;
- The latest edition currently provided by the Massachusetts Superior Court;
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