This template is a jury trial demand for use in a civil action in Washington superior court. Welcome to Washington State Courts.This Standard Document contains integrated notes and tips for drafting the caption, body of the request, and signature block. This Handbook is designed to help people with filing civil lawsuits in federal court without legal representation. RESOLUTION for the Washington State Jury Committee. Jury or nonjury trial. I request a jury trial. To demand a jury trial in an unlawful detainer case, you generally need to file a specific court form along with your answer to the complaint. The United States is the only country in the world to guarantee its citizens the right to a jury trial in both civil and criminal cases. The Act establishes time limits for completing the various stages of a federal criminal prosecution.