Sample Letter for Employer Requesting Employee's Jury Duty Release in Alabama [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Employer's Name] [Employer's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Request for Employee's Jury Duty Release Dear [Employer's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request the release of my employee, [Employee's Full Name], from their duties at [Company/Organization Name] due to their summons for jury duty. As an employer, it is crucial to comply with the legal obligations imposed upon us when our employees receive such notices. I understand that [Employee's Full Name] has been selected to serve as a juror for a trial in [County Name], Alabama. Jury duty is a civic responsibility, and as an organization, we support and encourage our employees to fulfill their obligations as responsible citizens. It is essential for our judicial system to have diverse jury panels that represent the interests and perspectives of our community. The jury service is expected to commence on [Start Date] and continue for [Duration]. During this time, [Employee's Full Name] will be required to faithfully attend the court proceedings and fulfill their duties as a juror. It is important to note that under Alabama law, all employers are required to give employees time off for jury service without any adverse consequences. I kindly request that you release [Employee's Full Name] from their regular work responsibilities from [Start Date] to [End Date]. I assure you that their absence during this period will not impact the smooth functioning of our organization. We have taken appropriate measures to delegate their responsibilities to other team members and ensure that the workflow remains uninterrupted. I understand that Alabama law allows employers to require employees to provide a copy of the summons or a statement from the court clerk concerning their jury service. I request [Employee's Full Name] to provide you with all relevant documentation required for your records. Furthermore, as stated in Section 12-16-9 of the Alabama Code, employers cannot retaliate against employees for serving as jurors or coerce them to avoid fulfilling their legal obligation. Thus, I kindly request that you ensure [Employee's Full Name]'s rights are protected and that their absence from work during the jury duty period does not adversely affect their employment status, benefits, or other employment-related rights. Please feel free to contact me if you require any additional information or have any concerns regarding this matter. Your cooperation in granting [Employee's Full Name]'s request for jury duty release is greatly appreciated. Thank you for understanding the obligations we have as employers and for supporting [Employee's Full Name] in fulfilling their civic duty. We consider it a privilege to contribute to our community's justice system. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company/Organization Name]