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Jury trials in Chelan County
A jury trial is when people from your own community decide whether the prosecution has proven your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. It is your constitutional right, and it is the most powerful tool a defendant has.
6 jurorsmisdemeanors, District Court
12 jurorsfelonies, Superior Court
Unanimousevery juror must agree to convict
The judgerules on the law and keeps the trial fair
The stages of a trial
- Jury selection (voir dire). Potential jurors are questioned to ensure fairness.
- Opening statements. Each side outlines its case.
- The prosecution's case. The state presents witnesses and evidence; I cross-examine.
- The defense case. I may call witnesses or challenge the state's evidence. You never have to prove anything.
- Closing arguments. Both sides summarize.
- Deliberation. Jurors meet privately to reach a verdict.
- Verdict. The jury announces its decision.
How I try cases
- Human storytelling. Jurors respond to people, not paperwork. I present you as a person, not a case number, so the jury sees the real story behind the charge.
- Fearless in court. I don't back down from prosecutors. When a case goes to trial, I hold the state to its burden of proof with confidence and preparation.
- Outcomes that matter. Acquittal, dismissal or reduction: the goal is your freedom, your record and your future.
"The only real lawyers are trial lawyers, and trial lawyers try cases to juries."
Clarence Darrow
A trial may feel overwhelming. You don't have to face it alone. I know the local courts, I understand how juries think, and I will fight for your rights every step of the way.
Call (509) 630-3492 for a free consultation.
General information, not legal advice. Every case is different; talk to a lawyer about yours.