This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
During voir dire, either attorney may ask that a prospective juror be dismissed if he or she reveals information that might indicate a bias. For example, if someone were a relative of the plaintiff or defendant.
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;
Examples include: Full-Time Student, Care Giver, Child Care, Temporary Medical Condition, Scheduled Vacation, or Work Schedule conflict.
Examples include: Full-Time Student, Care Giver, Child Care, Temporary Medical Condition, Scheduled Vacation, or Work Schedule conflict.
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. You currently have a lawsuit filed in Cook County. You currently reside in a nursing home or institution. You will suffer extreme financial hardship.
Medical conditions, deafness, difficult sitting for long periods, people who know the defendant or officers, people who've been victims of crimes, financial hardship, and more will be excused. Depending on the county, they might call 100 people to select just 12.
Not working for an extended period of time would jeopardize the livelihood of myself and my family, for whom I am the sole supporter. Please find attached a copy of my recent paystubs, mortgage bill, my bank statements, as well as a letter from my employer confirming my statements.
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.