Who can be excused from Jury Service?

You are entitled to be excused as a juror if you:

  • Are over 70 years of age;
  • Have legal custody of a child under 10 years of age and jury service would leave the child unsupervised;
  • Are a student in class;
  • Are the caretaker of a person who is unable to care for themselves (an invalid); or
  • Can show a physical or mental impairment or an inability to comprehend to communicate in English.

There is a penalty for jurors failing to respond to summons. A juror may be fined up to $100 if he/she: 1) fails to attend court in disobedience to the notice without reasonable excuse; or 2) files a false claim of exemption from jury service.

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1. Why is Jury Service important?
2. What is my duty as a Juror?
3. How was I selected?
4. Am I eligible?
5. Who can be excused from Jury Service?
6. What are The Different Types of Cases?
7. Will I be paid for being a Juror?
8. Must my employer pay me while I am on Jury Duty?
9. Who Can Have a Jury Trial?
10. Are There Rules about Jury Conduct?
11. How is a Juror Selected for a Particular Case?
12. What is Voir Dire or Questioning of the Jury Panel?
13. What if I have a Special need or Emergency?