Rule 38 preserves the right to a jury trial in civil cases, requiring a specific demand within 14 days after the last pleading directed to the issue. (1) A trial jury consists of: (a) 12 persons in a capital case;.(b) eight persons in a noncapital first degree felony aggravated murder or other criminal case. To withdraw your plea, you must show it was not knowingly and voluntarily made. The right to appeal is limited. (e) Admiralty and Maritime Claims . A pretrial hearing is a meeting between the parties to discuss how a case will proceed and to resolve any preliminary issues before a trial starts. I filled out the form online and was informed via email that I was qualified to serve jury duty and that no further action was required. (d) Waiver; Withdrawal. A party waives a jury trial unless its demand is properly served and filed.