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Forget bringing a book to jury duty: Bring a laptop! San Diegans reporting for jury duty at San Diego Superior Court will now have the ability to access wireless Internet in the court's jury lounge, free of cost. The court implemented the new program in an effort to enhance the experience of jury service.

Forget bringing a book to jury duty: Bring a laptop! San Diegans reporting for jury duty at San Diego Superior Court will now have the ability to access wireless Internet in the court's jury lounge, free of cost. The court implemented the new program in an effort to enhance the experience of jury service.

While most courthouses now allow cell phones, smartphones (including those with cameras) and laptops, others are more strict when it comes to bringing your gadgets. Make sure to call your local courthouse in advance and ask before heading in for jury duty with mobile gear in tow.

May I postpone my jury service to a more convenient time? Yes. If you are seeking a postponement, click here to Request a Postponement call (619) 844-2800 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You may postpone your service for up to six months from your reporting date.

Ignoring your jury summons and failing to show up for jury duty can be considered contempt of court. ... Missing jury duty could land you in a San Diego jail for up to 5 days and force you to pay a fine of up to $1,000.

Courtroom Requirements We suggest you wear comfortable clothing that fits with the importance and dignity of the courtroom. Shorts, tank tops, bare midriffs, or similar dress are not allowed. Business attire is always appropriate. Check your summons or local jury office for more information.

You are allowed to bring cellphones and electronic devices; however, they cannot be used to research any civil or criminal cases while you are serving as a juror.

There is no State law in Florida that requires employers to pay jurors while they are serving on jury duty. There are, however, some County ordinances which require some employers to pay some employees for their jury service (see below).

Florida law requires that names of persons living in the county be selected at random for jury service from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) records of people having a driver's license or identification card. In the event you do not hold a Florida driver license or I.D.

The penalties for not showing up for jury duty will vary by jurisdiction. In Florida you can face fines of up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail. When you don't show up a bench warrant will be issued.

We suggest you wear comfortable clothing that fits with the importance and dignity of the courtroom. Shorts, tank tops, bare midriffs, or similar dress are not allowed. Business attire is always appropriate. Check your summons or local jury office for more information.

Jurors Dress Code. ... Jurors should not wear shorts, mini-skirts, tank tops, flip-flops, or hats (except for religious purposes). Jurors who are not appropriately dressed will be sent home and ordered to appear for jury service on a future date. Courtrooms can be cold, so a sweater or jacket is recommended.

To dress for jury duty, choose an outfit that's business casual, like slacks and a button-down shirt or a long skirt paired with a blazer. Avoid wearing clothes that have graphics, logos, or slogans on them. Also, make sure you're wearing closed-toed shoes.

Q: Do I have to perform jury service if I'm over 70 years of age? A: There is no age exemption for jury service. If you are 70 years of age or older, the California Rules of Court allow you to be excused due to a medical condition without a doctor's note. You must inform the court that you are not able to serve.

Please dress in business casual attire. It is recommended that you bring a sweater or light jacket because the temperatures in the jury assembly room and courtrooms are unpredictable. In Orange County, jurors may park free of charge at the Courthouse parking garage located on the corner of Orange and Amelia Avenues.