Don't lose your temper, try to bully, or refuse to listen to the opinions of other jurors. Don't mark or write on exhibits or otherwise change or injure them.
In some districts the judge selects the foreperson of the jury. In other districts the jurors elect their foreperson and in still other districts the first juror to enter the jury box becomes the foreperson automatically.
Most tampering or misconduct issues come up because a juror sent a note to the judge, Marder says. If the court learns that an incident of jury tampering may have occurred, the judge conducts a Remmer hearing.
Active Military. Persons in active military status are not required to serve. Age. Persons 75 years of age or older can qualify to be excused but are still welcome to serve. Caregiver. Child Care. Criminal Record. Full-Time Student. Loss of Income. Medical Reasons.
Most states now let older adults opt out of jury duty. The age varies from state to state, with some setting the threshold at 65 while others have it at 80. Once you've reached that designated age, however, you can skip jury duty with an easy response. In general, jury duty is relatively uncommon.
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.
SUMMONED FOR JURY If you fail to respond to the juror questionnaire, you may be punished with contempt of court or other sanctions. If you need an additional copy of the juror questionnaire, you may download an additional copy here.