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.

(2) A prospective juror is disqualified to serve on a jury if the juror: (a) Is under eighteen (18) years of age; (b) Is not a citizen of the United States; (c) Is not a resident of the county; (d) Has insufficient knowledge of the English language; (e) Has been previously convicted of a felony and has not been ...

Have not been adjudged incompetent by a court. Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language. Cannot have been convicted of a felony within the last 10 years. Cannot have served on a jury panel within the county within the past year.

You are out of state attending school. You are a member of the Legislature and the General Court is in session. You have a case pending in this county that could be heard by this jury panel. You have a temporary medical condition that would make it very difficult to serve as a juror.

Requests to be excused from jury service are granted only by a Judge. You may request an excusal through the Jury Portal. First login, select My Service then Exclusion and follow the instructions. Your request must be made within 5 business days of receipt of your summons.

Make sure to clearly state your request in your letter. Let the court or jury commissioner know that you are requesting an excusal from jury duty and provide the reason for your request. Keep your tone polite and professional while making a compelling case for why you cannot serve.

It's the law! Virginia law requires that we randomly (done electronically) select a number of citizens (35,000) to receive the Questionnaire which then allows the court to either qualify or disqualify residents for service based upon your answers to the questions in the form.

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Age: If you are 73 years of age or older and do not wish to serve as a juror, submit a letter requesting excusal. Any of the following persons may serve on juries in civil and criminal cases but shall be exempt from jury service upon his request.Org or mail to Jury Clerk, Clerk of Circuit. We hope that you find your jury service to be an interesting and rewarding experience. Below are answers to questions we are frequently asked about jury duty. The duration of this serious medical condition is (please select one):. ____ Permanent; jury service in the future will not be possible. If you have received a questionnaire, you are not required to appear for jury service at this time. Please excuse (GRADE AND NAME) from jury duty. If you have questions or cannot accommodate this request, please contact me at (COMMANDER'S DUTY PHONE.

Sample Exemption Letter For Jury Duty In Virginia

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