Jurors hear either criminal or civil cases. In criminal cases, a district attorney acting on behalf of the citizens of Pennsylvania prosecutes a case.If he suspects you forged it, he can call up the jury coordinator at the courthouse and they will tell him it is legit. Pennsylvania law does not require an employer to compensate an employee for jury service. Check with your employer for their policy. Any false statement is subject to penalties of the law. If you have additional questions, please contact the Office of Jury Management at 412-350-5336 from a.m. As a general rule, no person is exempt or excused from jury duty except for the following reasons: (1) Persons in active service of the armed forces. In an effort to reduce costs and qualify jurors in a timely and efficient manner, please complete the Juror. Gov or (215) 683-7170.