Jury Demand: In certain kinds of cases, the parties are entitled to a jury trial. Purpose of This Handbook The purpose of this handbook is to acquaint trial jurors with the general nature and importance of their role as jurors.A local court may summon you for jury duty, which may include jury selection and serving as a juror in a trial. All Illinois Courts must accept these forms. The policies and procedures for jury service in the Federal District Courts may differ from the information on this page. Garnishments; Dispossessory Actions; Personal Property; Foreclosure; Torts; Contracts; Medical Malpractice. No Timely Jury Demand Was Served. Rule 38 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure sets forth the procedure for demanding a jury trial. You may be called for jury duty in state court or federal court. You can be called for any state trial court in the county where you live.