You might be excused altogether, or your date may be deferred (rescheduled). These accepted excuses will depend on the court that called you for jury duty. You must ask to be excused.
Once completed, you can upload the form by logging on to the juror portal or fax to 404-612-2613. For further information on to request a postponement of your jury service email us at info.juryservices@fultoncountyga or call 404-612-4600 between the hours of am and pm Monday through Friday.
Certain people are eligible to be exempted or excused from jury duty, such as people age 70 or older or full-time students. If you qualify, you must contact the court to receive an exemption before your appearance date. Follow the instructions on the summons or contact the court directly for more information.
Certain people are eligible to be exempted or excused from jury duty, such as people age 70 or older or full-time students. If you qualify, you must contact the court to receive an exemption before your appearance date. Follow the instructions on the summons or contact the court directly for more information.
Failing to respond to a jury summons can lead to a judge issuing a bench warrant for your arrest. You may be required to attend a hearing to explain your absence. Typically, penalties include a fine for skipping jury duty and, in rare cases, brief jail time.
Failing to respond to a jury summons or show up for jury duty generally results in contempt of court. The judge may issue an order requiring you to appear at a hearing to explain your absence. You could face fines, jail time, or both for ignoring a jury summons.
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.
You may request a temporary postponement due to other commitments (vacation, work, health, school, etc.) that may conflict with your summons date. It will be necessary to submit a letter to the jury office with your request at least seven business days prior to when your service is to begin.
If you feel that you have a reason, other than the approved exemptions, that you cannot make your jury duty, please call us at (404) 612-4600, Monday-Friday from AM- PM. You may also email us at info.juryservices@fultoncountyga for further assistance.
Proper attire is required. Reporting Instructions: Confirm your status after PM the evening prior to your service date by doing one of the following: Call 404-612-4600 (press 1) after pm OR log on to the juror portal by entering your juror badge number and date of birth below.