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Discharge Of Jury In Cook
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Jurors who fail to show adequate cause for their absence from jury duty may be fined not more than $1,000, imprisoned not more than three days, ordered to perform community service, or any combination thereof. Jury Selection and Service Act (28 U.S.C.
You can be excused from jury service depending on the circumstances. Some valid reasons include: You have a medical condition and jury service presents a hazard to your health. You are an active member of the military.
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.
Failure to appear for jury service when summoned is a serious matter. You may be held in contempt of court which could result in a fine or other court-imposed penalty. It is in your best interest to appear if you are summoned to avoid any further action.
Examples include: Full-Time Student, Care Giver, Child Care, Temporary Medical Condition, Scheduled Vacation, or Work Schedule conflict.
Excuses for Avoiding Jury Service: “Undue Hardship” Entitled to an exemption because you served on a jury within the past year or two; A lactating mother; The primary caregiver of a child under 12, or someone with a serious mental or physical disability, if there is no reasonable alternative care available;
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Upon reporting for service jurors can expect to serve for the duration of one trial. Please call the toll-free automated jury information system at 1- for up-to-date information on your request 5 days prior to your reporting date.In the Western Division jurors are given several different specific dates which may extend over a 2 month period. To be eligible for jury service, you must be a citizen of the United States; at least 18 years old; a resident of the county; not have a pending lawsuit. Where a person serves on a trial jury or grand jury for more than 10 days, that person is disqualified from further jury service for eight years. This handbook is written to help you understand your duties as a grand juror, with some practical suggestions to assist you in carrying out those duties. The Office of Jury Administration provides qualified jurors to the Circuit Court of Cook County. However, the court may not excuse a juror for an economic reason unless each party of record is present and approves the release. If you have any problems, call . 2. After I have served, when am I qualified to serve again?