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.
When it is time to count votes, it is the presiding juror's duty to see that this is done properly. In a civil case, the judge will tell you how many jurors must agree in order to reach a verdict. In a criminal case, the unanimous agreement of all 12 jurors is required.
What is the difference between voir dire and jury selection? Voir dire involves questioning potential jurors to identify biases, while jury selection includes the entire process of forming a jury, from summoning potential jurors to seating the final panel.
If you are NOT qualified to serve, want to request an excuse, or want to request a postponement of your jury service, you can submit your request on the Online E-Juror Portal . If you are unable to go to our website, write a letter to our office regarding the details of your request.
All potential jurors are selected at random from lists. Courts use Department of Motor Vehicles, voter registration, and state tax filer lists.
As prospective jurors are needed for specific trials or grand juries, jury pools are randomly selected from the list of qualified participants. Panels of prospective jurors are then randomly selected for each jury trial.
When divorce and child custody cases go to trial, they're usually bench trials, i.e., a judge makes the decision. But in some states, a parent can request a jury trial for some of their issues. The judge often holds a bench trial first.
As prospective jurors are needed for specific trials or grand juries, jury pools are randomly selected from the list of qualified participants. Panels of prospective jurors are then randomly selected for each jury trial.
Downtown Superior Courthouse located at 191 N. 1st Street, San Jose, CA 95113.
- Sign your name. Be Respectful: Use polite language and show respect for the judge and the court. Stay Honest: Share your true feelings, but avoid exaggeration or negative comments about others. Keep It Clear and Concise: Try to keep the letter to one page and focus on your main points.