Subject: Request for Employee's Jury Duty Release in North Carolina Dear [Employer's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the jury duty summons received by our valued employee, [Employee's Name]. As you are aware, serving on a jury is a civic duty and requires the employee to be absent from work during the designated period. We have received official notification from the [County/City] Court in North Carolina that [Employee's Name] has been selected to serve as a juror. The dates of service are scheduled for [Start Date] through [End Date]. This necessitates their absence from work during this period, and we kindly request your cooperation in releasing them from their work responsibilities. As an employer in North Carolina, it is important to understand that state laws protect employees' rights when it comes to serving on juries. North Carolina General Statute § 9-8 states that employees shall not be discharged or otherwise penalized for their jury service. It is our duty, as a responsible employer, to comply with this legal obligation and extend support to our employee during their jury duty service. We understand that releasing an employee for jury duty may result in operational challenges, and we assure you that we have made appropriate arrangements to mitigate any disruptions to our workflow. [If applicable, mention any temporary coverage arrangements or work redistribution strategies that have been implemented]. In accordance with the law, jurors who serve on a trial for more than ten days are entitled to receive compensation from the state. However, during their absence, we will continue to fulfill our responsibility as their employer by paying [Employee's Name] their regular wage. We kindly request you to provide us with any necessary documentation required by the court for the purpose of verifying their jury duty service, which may help expedite the compensation process. We value our employee's commitment to civic duty and trust that you will support our request to release them without any adverse consequences. Your cooperation in ensuring their absence is duly accounted for and authorized would be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me or our Human Resources department at [Phone Number] or [Email Address]. Thank you for your understanding and prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position/Title] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]
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