This form is a Complaint. This action is to recover damages for a violation of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. The plaintiff is seeking punitive damages and reasonable attorney's fees.
This form is a Complaint. This action is to recover damages for a violation of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. The plaintiff is seeking punitive damages and reasonable attorney's fees.
You could be held in contempt of court and required to attend jury duty on a different date. You can also be fined $500 for missing a jury appearance. Additionally, you could be compelled to explain to the presiding judge why you missed your court appearance.
A request to be excused must be made in writing to the court that issued the summons and must be supported by appropriate documentation. Requests for excuse should be directed to the Jury Commissioner's Office. Your service is required as a prospective juror for a minimum of one day.
Missing court does not end the potential juror's service. The court will send you a second jury duty request if you missed your first appearance. If you miss a jury date, serious consequences can take effect. You could be held in contempt of court and required to attend jury duty on a different date.
Notwithstanding subsection B of this section, a prospective juror who is at least seventy-five years of age may submit a written statement to the court requesting that the person be excused from service. The prospective juror may request to be excused temporarily or permanently.
Yes. Failure to attend jury duty may subject you to penalties provided by law (A.R.S. 21-223​). All Phoenix residents are obligated by state law to serve as a juror unless they: Are not a United States citizen; Are under 18 years of age; Have been convicted of a felony and their civil rights have not been restored.
Reasons for Being Excused from Jury Service Medical reasons. Public necessity. Undue hardship. Dependent care. Student Status. Military conflict. Other reason deemed sufficient by the court.
I lost my jury summons. What can I do? You can contact us below via the chat, by email or by phone. Our email is jury@jbazmc.maricopa and our phone number is 602-506-5879.
Failure to complete and return a jury questionnaire, providing false information on the questionnaire, or using vulgar or profane language in response to a jury questionnaire subjects a citizen to show cause proceeding for contempt of court.
When writing a jury excuse letter, directly state why you cannot serve and how serving would lead to hardship. Valid exemptions include being ill or disabled, being the sole guardian of young children, or being over the age of 70. Include documentation such as a doctor's note or a letter from an employer.