Once a case is prepared for a trial, the judge will call down and have them send up a set number from those that have appeared for jury duty. You can also call the Jury Information Line at (800) 998-9035.In ALL California courts, including San Diego Superior Court, if a plaintiff wants a jury trial they must ask for it in the complaint. I've gotten a letter telling me I'm being considered as a juror for US District Court for the Southern District of California. Go to the Jury Portal. The site is listed on the paperwork. If you would like to ask for a jury trial, you may enter a short plain statement in your complaint, that states, "demand for jury trial. If you are a student, you need to go online and fill out the form and request a postponement until you are back in the state. It will be up to a judge whether or not to release or reschedule you for a later date. A potential juror is someone who has received a "Summons for Jury Service" in the mail.