The Pennsylvania Waiver of Jury Trial is a legal document that allows a defendant in a criminal court case to waive their right to a jury trial and instead have their case decided by a judge. This waiver is typically requested when there is a chance for a more favorable outcome in the case, or when the defendant wishes to take control of their own fate and reduce the possibility of a harsh sentence. There are two types of Pennsylvania Waiver of Jury Trial: an unconditional waiver and a conditional waiver. An unconditional waiver is a waiver that cannot be revoked or changed and results in the defendant facing trial without a jury. A conditional waiver is a waiver that can be revoked or changed if the defendant is not satisfied with the outcome of the trial. In both cases, the defendant must sign the waiver in front of a judge, and the judge must then approve the waiver for it to be valid.