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North Carolina jury trial demand deadline
Quick answer
In North Carolina, you generally must demand a jury trial within 10 days after service of the last pleading directed to the issue (N.C. R. Civ. P. 1A-1, Rule 38(b)).
N.C. R. Civ. P. 1A-1, Rule 38(b)
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How the deadline works
Under N.C. R. Civ. P. 1A-1, Rule 38(b), the demand for jury trial is due within 10 days after service of the last pleading directed to the issue. When the triggering paper is served by mail, N.C. R. Civ. P. 6(e) adds 3 days for service by mail. A deadline landing on a weekend or court holiday moves to the next business day.
- Served by mail? N.C. R. Civ. P. 6(e) adds 3 days for service by mail. Select “Service by mail” above and the calculator applies it.
Questions
- How long do I have to demand a jury trial in North Carolina?
- Generally 10 days after service of the last pleading directed to the issue, under N.C. R. Civ. P. 1A-1, Rule 38(b).