--- title: San Diego Criminal Jury Trial Process Explained slug: san-diego-criminal-jury-trial-process article_type: Help Article keywords: jury trial, criminal defense url: https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/criminal_trial published_date: 2025-10-27T00:00:00 --- Jury trials involve selecting impartial jurors, presenting evidence, witness examination, and deliberation. Understanding procedures helps defendants prepare and their attorneys to effectively advocate.