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Different states have different procedures for choosing between a jury trial and a bench trial. In most states, a party has to make a written demand for a jury trial at the time the case is called to be set for trial. If neither party makes a written demand, the case defaults to a bench trial. Which type of trial should I choose?
It is not clear who you mean when you say "they" said you can have a stipulated bench trial. If you have an experienced attorney, follow his/her advice but make sure you understand the basis of any recommendations being made to you, Often in DuPage, the judge will "tip his hand" at the SS hearing, allowing you to proceed by way of stipulated bench (meaning the parties agree the testimony at ...
Most civil trial judges will not rule on motions in limine prior to the commencement of the trial if the trial is a bench trial (also known as a court trial). Instead, the judge will evaluate the request/objections once the parties begin to lay out the evidence. If you are in Los Angeles, make sure that you comply fully with LASC Local Rule 3.57.
Wear a suit, be polite, the salient points are above, don't go on tangents (i.e. the tenant is bad person) or speak out of turn. Consider hiring a lawyer to do the trial only - it would be well worth your money. If you truly can't afford a lawyer, go observe some trials prior to your trial being up. Courtrooms are open to the public. Good luck.
Trial on the merits of the case means the fact finder, jury or judge (bench trial) will hear the testimony and determine what evidence (testimony is evidence as well) is credible and apply the facts as determined to the law at hand. Your custody hearing will be in front of the judge.
However, if the parties can not come to agreement then the court will write its own judgment based on its finding in a trial. The court will review the evidence at trial, make factual findings and apply the law to those finding – tempered by the judge’s substantial discretion. Going to trial is the last thing the parties want to do.
It's possible that a motion to continue was put in. This would "vacate" the previous trial date set but another trial date would be later. If it's a felony you must appear for court. If it's a Misdemeanor but your present hasn't been waived you still need to appear.
A "stipulation" is a legally binding agreement. A stipulation and order means that the parties agree that the court may issue an order. In your case, the order is to adjourn the trial. Apparently, you or your lawyer agreed to adjourn the trial.
The court could "dismiss" the case leading to there being no trial or the court could "continue" the trial setting leading to the trial being set for a later date. What I suggest you do is check what was stated in the electronic court record for the trial date being "canceled."
I filed for a divorce in September ... my husband & I both completed a settlement agreement and decree of dissolution of marriage form. I have not received my final copy from the judge. However, I went online and got the report and on 12/12/11 it says the case was closed and disposed by bench disposition.