Originally Posted by
WaveyGravey
As a cyclist in my 70's with an enlarged prostate and under the care of a urologist, I have to pee frequently and when its time there is no time to waste. Almost always I am able to conceal myself. But in the event, I am caught by overzealous law enforcement, and cited or even arrested, I would ask for a jury trial. Would a jury convict given these circumstances?
You may not be entitled to a jury at all if you are charged with a "petty offense" where the max punishment is < 6 months' imprisonment.
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