KRS 29A.270: Right to jury trial.

(1) Defendants shall have the right to a jury trial in all criminal prosecutions, including

prosecutions for violations of traffic laws, in the Circuit and District Courts. The

defendant may request a jury trial at any time prior to the time his case is called for

trial.

(2) There shall be no right to a jury trial in civil actions in which the amount in

controversy does not exceed two hundred and fifty dollars ($250).

(3) Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict the power of the judge to

punish for contempt of court.