City of Chattanooga v. Myers

OPINION

COOPER, Justice.

The issue in this case is whether a defendant, who has been convicted of a violation of a city ordinance, is entitled to a jury trial on appeal of the judgment of the municipal court, where demand for a jury trial is made in accordance with Rule 38.03 of the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure.

The defendant was charged with violation of the “Adult-Oriented Establishment Ordinance” of the City of Chattanooga. The ordinance defines an “adult-oriented establishment,” provides for their licensing, and proscribes certain acts and conduct. Section 14(g) of the ordinance…