In a municipal infraction proceeding: the District Court shall confirm that the defendant has received a copy of and understands the charges; the defendant may enter a plea of guilty or not guilty; the District Court shall apply the evidentiary standards provided by law or rule for the trial of a civil case; the defendant may: cross–examine witnesses; produce evidence or witnesses on the defendant’s own behalf; testify; and be represented by counsel of the defendant’s choice and at the defendant’s expense; and the municipality has the burden to prove by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant has committed the infraction. The District Court may: enter a verdict of guilty or not guilty; or before entering a verdict, place the defendant on probation.