General Info
What are the Penalties if you don't show up to designated dates?
Chance of being arrested or given a fine to pay
What is it?
Officially informs a person of their obligation to serve as a juror
How long is the service?
It varies but usually 1 or 2 days per week for 2 or 3 months
How do they get names of potential jurors?
Randomly selected
Will you get paid if you are a FULL TIME employee?
Your employer will get paid for the first 5 days of service from your employer, if not then the state may provide $50 per day
When is it used?
Used in a trial that needs a jury
What are the hours per service?
The summons are different but during the day it would be 9 am to no later than 5 pm
What are requirements to be randomly selected?
-Lists of registered voters
-holders of IDs/licenses issued by the DMV ect
What are some of the rights of a juror?
To be respected
-talk about concerns or complaints
-have their questions answered
- to stay informed about the court schedule
Who fills it out?
The Court or the Jury Administration Office
How many make up the grand jury?
16 to 23 people
Who must report?
If you're a US citizen (age 18 or older) and a resident of the country that summoned to serve
Are you exempt for a certain amount of years if you serve?
-if selected on a jury you cannot be summoned again until 6 years pass.
-if not chosen on a jury you cannot serve for 6
What is the result?
You may be selected to serve on the jury or you can get dismissed. If you fail to attend or respond appropriately there will be legal consequences
What do they do?
decide if there is a cause to bring the accused to trial
Less clear qualifications are what?
-understanding and communticating in english
-never convicted of a felony
What are some common mistakes with Jury Summons?
Failing to respond
Not showing up
Incorrect information
Not understanding exemptions
Ignoring instructions
Where Can You Get One?
A jury summons will come in the mail addressed to your legal name. You will be required to report to the courthouse on the date on the jury summons at that specific time
What don't they do?
decide the guilt or innocence of the accused
What is the age range?
You have to be at least 18 years old or older