Jury Trial Form Withdrawn In Santa Clara
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What if I need to postpone my court date? (a continuance) Ask for a continuance. You can do this in person, by phone or in writing. The Court will allow one continuance for arraignments or trials if the parties have waived their right to trial within time periods set by law.
Subsequent Failures to Appear: If you ignore jury duty summonses, the court may view this as contempt of court. Contempt of court is a serious offense and can result in penalties, including a fine of up to $1,000 and even a jail term of up to five days.
Residents can be also excused from service if: They do not have any means of transportation. They would have to travel an excessive distance to the courthouse. They have a physical or mental impairment. They provide care for a dependent and cannot afford to have someone cover for them.
If you are NOT qualified to serve, want to request an excuse, or want to request a postponement of your jury service, you can submit your request on the Online E-Juror Portal . If you are unable to go to our website, write a letter to our office regarding the details of your request.
Stay Home if you are Sick - If you are scheduled for jury service and are ill, please contact the Jury Office at (916) 874-7775 or by requesting a postponement or excuse from jury service online. Face Coverings – As of , masks are strongly recommended but not required while in the courthouse.
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.
Report for jury service if qualified and not excused or postponed. Failing to respond may result in fines up to $1,500, incarceration, or both. Follow summons instructions and contact the court for assistance.
Residents can be also excused from service if: They do not have any means of transportation. They would have to travel an excessive distance to the courthouse. They have a physical or mental impairment. They provide care for a dependent and cannot afford to have someone cover for them.
The process for requesting a permanent medical excuse from jury service is as follows: (1) An applicant must submit to the jury commissioner a written request for permanent medical excuse with a supporting letter, memo, or note from a treating health care provider.
You may be excused if you have a serious health problem. If you are sick or injured, you may postpone your service or request an excuse. If you are disabled, you may request a permanent medical excuse. Follow the directions on the summons for postponement or excuse.
