In addition to juror fees, mileage reimbursements, and assorted juror amenities, jury trials typically involve a much larger assembly of court staff, lawyers, and witnesses than is needed in other court proceedings.
Alameda County jurors to earn $100 a day under new program. (KTXL) – Starting this September, a handful of California counties began paying jurors $100 per day as part of a pilot program to have people from more diverse backgrounds serve on juries and to increase juror participation.
You may request to be postponed or excused for hardship by logging on to our JPORTAL website. If your request is not allowed on JPortal, you may need to contact the jury services office for further assistance by emailing jury@alamedaurts.ca or by calling: (510) 879-3079.
Court costs usually include: filing fees, charges for serving summons and subpenas, court reporter charges for depositions (which can be very expensive), court transcripts and copying papers and exhibits. The prevailing party in a lawsuit is usually awarded court costs.
Statewide Fees Superior CourtUnlimitedLimited up to $10,000 Civil Complaint – Answer/Response – 1st Appearance $435.00 $225.00 Complaint – Unlawful Detainer $435.00 $240.00 Answer – Unlawful Detainer $435.00 $225.00 Complex case per party $1000.00 –15 more rows