Selection of jury; trial

2.69(1) Selection of panel. If a jury trial is demanded, the magistrate shall notify the clerk of court of the time and place of trial. The clerk shall randomly select 14 names from the jury pool, which will constitute the jury panel for voir dire. The clerk shall notify these jurors of the time and place for trial. 2.69(2) Incorporation of rule 2.18. Except where inconsistent with this rule, rule 2.18 shall apply to juries in simple misdemeanor cases. 2.69(3) Alternate jurors. No alternate jurors shall be chosen. 2.69(4) Jury of six. The jury shall be comprised of six jurors. 2.69(5) Trial. The court shall conduct the trial in the manner of indictable cases in accordance with rule 2.19. 2.69(6) Record. a. Generally. Trial of a simple misdemeanor offense shall not be reported; however, the magistrate may require electronic reporting upon advance notice to both parties. If the proceedings are not reported electronically, the magistrate shall make minutes of the testimony of each witness. b. Stenographic reporting. A party may provide a reporter at such party’s expense upon notice to all parties and with the magistrate’s approval. c. Transcript of electronic recording. If the trial has been reported electronically, the recording shall be retained by the court. Upon request, the recording shall be transcribed by a person designated by the court and a copy provided upon payment of actual cost or to an indigent defendant at State expense. [66GA, ch 1245(2), §1302; Report November 9, 2001, effective February 15, 2002; Court Orders October 14, 2022, November 7, 2022, effective July 1, 2023; August 30, 2024; effective October 30, 2024]