The claim can be filled and submitted online at the Miami-Dade County Clerk's Office. You may print out the application and file the claim in person at a local courthouse if you choose. More resources are available on the Miami-Dade County Law Library site.
Shorts, jeans and t-shirts are not considered appropriate. Our courtrooms are generally very cool and you may wish to bring a sweater or light jacket. Since you will be passing through a metal detector, please leave excess metal and jewelry at home to speed up your entry into the building.
Persons 70 years of age or older. Parents with a child 5 years of age or younger, who are not employed full-time. A woman who has given birth within six months prior to the reporting date on a jury summons shall be excused upon request.
Length of Service The State of Florida uses a one day/one trial jury management system.
Length of Service The State of Florida uses a one day/one trial jury management system.
Jury service does not end at a specific time of day. Plan to spend the entire day for your jury service. The Florida Legislature has mandated that our courts use the one-day or one trial system of jury selection. Most jurors are selected on the initial reporting day.
A normal jury day will begin between and am and will end at either or pm. Once the jury is in deliberation, the times may vary. Yes, there will be breaks during the trial.
Request for Excusal from jury duty Jurors requesting to be excused must log into Clearview Juror Portal and register. Once you have completed your registration, you will have the option to request an excusal or disqualification from jury service for your current summons.