Jury Demand Form With Court In Allegheny
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Requests for excusal as a caregiver or for adverse medical conditions must include written confirmation from a physician that specifically states either that you cannot serve as a juror because you are the sole caregiver for another who cannot be left unattended, or because your own medical condition prohibits you from ...
You are exempt if 1) you are in active service in the PA or U.S. armed forces, 2) you are an immediate family member of a victim of a criminal homicide, or 3) you served as a juror within the past three years (unless you served for only 1 or 2 days).
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.
If you want to postpone your service to a later date or be excused, you must make a request in writing to the jury office of the courthouse to which you have been summoned.
Subsequent requests for deferrals must be in writing and mailed to the Office of Jury Management, 414 Grant Street, Suite 701-A, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, faxed to 412.350. 3043, or emailed to jurycoordinator@alleghenyCourts at least seven (7) business days prior to the scheduled service date.
Is unable to read, write, speak and understand the English language; is incapable, by reason of mental or physical infirmity, to render efficient jury service; and/or. has been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for more than one year and has not been granted a pardon or amnesty.
You are unable to read, write, speak or understand the English language to a degree sufficient to allow you to act as a juror. If you have less than a 6th-grade (or equivalent) education. If you are unable to render efficient jury service due to severe mental or physical infirmity.
Drafting Your Jury Excuse Letter Search for any court-provided forms. Format your letter as a business letter. Address the letter to the name indicated on your summons. State your name, juror number, court date, and address. Explain the reason for your request. Ask to be excused from jury duty.
If you have a hearing, sight, or mobility concern, please advise the Court Administration Office prior to your service. Business or casual business attire is appropriate in the courtroom. Jurors may not wear blue jeans or sleeveless tops.
All courtrooms are accessible to people who use wheelchairs. If you have a hearing, sight, or mobility concern, please advise the Court Administration Office prior to your service. Business or casual business attire is appropriate in the courtroom. Jurors may not wear blue jeans or sleeveless tops.
