Parties may have the right to request a jury trial, or the court may hold a "bench trial," meaning that a judge hears the evidence and decides the case. Jury trial on appeal.The appellant in his written notice of appeal may demand a jury on the trial de novo. If your case does not settle, you do have a right to request a trial before a jury instead of having a judge decide your case. (4). A motion in a civil action in a county that is part of a multicounty judicial district may be heard in another county which is part of that same judicial. See also the Comment to Arb. (4). A motion in a civil action in a county that is part of a multicounty judicial district may be heard in another county which is part of that same judicial. Your participation helps ensure our courts effectuate justice in a timely, fair, and unbiased manner. Sincerely,. Mark Martin, Chief Justice. HOWARD COBLE, North Carolina.