State v. Stauffer

Crim R. 23(A) provides, in relevant part: “In petty offense cases, where there is a right of jury trial, tbe defendant shall be tried by tbe court unless be demands a jury trial. Such demand must be in writing and filed with tbe clerk of court not less than ten days prior tó tbe date set for trial,- or on or before tbe third day following receipt of notice of tbe date set for trial, whichever is later. Failure to demand a jury trial as provided in this subdivision is a complete waiver of tbe right thereto.” -

Appellant was charged with a violation of R. C. 4511.19. Under Crim. R. 2, this is a…