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This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
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.
You may request to be excused from jury duty due to hardship or extreme inconvenience. Hardship implies circumstances that make it “unfair” for you to serve. Your request must provide enough information to enable the court to make an informed decision.
What are some of the best excuses people have used when they didn't want to show up for jury duty? You are not fluent in English. You are disabled, evidenced by a physician's attestation. You are hospitalized, again evidenced by a physician's attestation.
Jurors must be at least 18 years old. There is no upper age limit. If you believe that you cannot serve for an age-related reason, contact your local Commissioner of Jurors Office to discuss possible accommodations or excusal.
Any access questions or requests for assistance can be conveyed to the central jury staff, court clerk or judge in the courtroom where you are assigned. I'm over 70; why am I still being called for jury duty? There is no maximum age limit for jury service.
RCW 2.36. 170 states, "A person summoned for jury service who intentionally fails to appear as directed shall be guilty of a misdemeanor." Please respond to your summons. The justice system in Washington State cannot function without citizens willing to serve on jury duty.
ONE IS NOT QUALIFIED TO SERVE AS A JUROR IF: If you have served on jury duty within the past 4 years. If you have been convicted of a felony. If you are under the age of 18 years.
Failure to complete and return a jury questionnaire, providing false information on the questionnaire, or using vulgar or profane language in response to a jury questionnaire subjects a citizen to show cause proceeding for contempt of court.
You must be able to prove that serving on a jury would cause you undue hardship to be exempted or dismissed from service. All King County residents who meet qualifications and cannot be excused for an undue hardship must serve as a juror when summoned. In Washington state, we all have the right for a trial by jury.
Trial by jury is a right guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Washington. You must respond to your jury summons. "A person summoned for jury service who intentionally fails to appear as directed shall be guilty of a misdemeanor." (RCW 2.36.