N.Y. Second Class Cities Law Section 188
Trial by jury

In the police court, at the time of interposing any plea which forms an issue of fact, the defendant may demand a trial by jury, and unless so demanded then a trial by jury is waived.

Source: Section 188 — Trial by jury, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/SCC/188 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Feb. 21, 2026).

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