Who has the right to a jury trial?

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A defendant in a criminal case facing more than six months in jail has the right to a jury trial, as guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Since option B presents a defendant facing nine months in jail, they have the right to a jury trial. Option A presents a civil case, which does not always involve a jury trial, and option C does not specify the potential imprisonment of the defendant, which is necessary to determine if a jury trial is required. Option D presents a defendant facing three months in jail, which is below the six-month threshold.

Who Has the Right to a Jury Trial