cl-8289561 Precedential Processed

Sweeny v. Barbin

Louisiana Supreme Court · Filed July 1, 1811 · 2 Mart. 48

Opinion text

By the Court, Lewis, J. alone. Neither party can, without his neglect or consent, be deprived of his right to a jury. No latches can be imputed to the defendant. Judgment cannot be cntered. If the plaintiffs wave their right to a jury, the defendant must be allowed to pray for one, or his attorney offered an opportunity of consulting with him, to ascertain whether a defence be not necessary. Motion overruled.