The information on this page is about juries in Michigan's state courts. However, you may also be called to serve on a federal jury.In Michigan, the jury selection process starts with the Secretary of State gathering a list of those eligible for jury duty. You can be called for jury duty more than once, but you can't serve on a jury more than once in a 12month period, according to the state. Other people might bring books or magazines. Check to see what you need to do for lunch. COMPLETE and SUBMIT your Qualification Questionnaire within ten (10) DAYS through eJuror. Courts may call on local residents to serve as jurors for a trial. Jury service is a civic responsibility and legal obligation for all citizens. Many federal courts offer excuses from service, on individual request, to designated groups, including people over age 70.