§ 41-9. Election to stand trial.

(a) In general.

The person charged under a civil citation may elect to stand trial for the alleged violation by filing with the Director of Finance, at least 5 days before the due date of the fine, a notice of intent to stand trial.

(b) Notice to Court.

On timely receipt of a notice of intent to stand trial, the Director of Finance shall send a copy of the notice and of the citation to the District Court.

(c) Scheduling trial.

On receipt of the notice and citation, the District Court shall:

(1) schedule the case for trial; and

(2) notify all parties of the trial date.