Sample Letter For Exemption From Duty In Montgomery
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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.
Dear Office of Jury Commissioner: I am a physician treating Juror Name for identify general nature of medical condition - specific diagnosis is not required.. This medical condition is a permanent medical condition. In my opinion, Juror Name will never be able to perform juror service.
I am requesting a jury duty excusal because of my personal obligation to provide necessary and actual care to my two children. My elder child, Amy, is 3 years old and my younger child, Andrew, is 1 year old. They require constant care and attention and I do not have anyone with whom I can leave them full time.
Have not been adjudged incompetent by a court. Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language. Cannot have been convicted of a felony within the last 10 years. Cannot have served on a jury panel within the county within the past year.
When writing a jury excuse letter, directly state why you cannot serve and how serving would lead to hardship. Valid exemptions include being ill or disabled, being the sole guardian of young children, or being over the age of 70. Include documentation such as a doctor's note or a letter from an employer.
Personal excuses such as illness, work, or hardship may only be granted by the Presiding Judge. These requests may be made at the time of reporting. Persons with a Disability: Access to jury service is available to all individuals with a disability as required by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
You must show that excusal is required because of extreme inconvenience, public necessity, or undue hardship. Being excused is intended to be used only for the most serious of situations. It is not a way to avoid jury service because it is inconvenient or you do not want to serve.
Postponement Policy You will receive notification if your request is granted or denied. Maryland law recognizes no exemptions on the basis of occupation. You may also call the Jury Office at 240-777-9090 to reschedule; please have your juror badge ID number available.
A prospective juror may be excused if he/she: Has a physical or mental disability that would prevent him/her from serving. The prospective juror will be required to provide a doctor's note verifying the disability. Must provide actual and necessary care for another and alternate arrangements are not feasible.
