Louisiana Voir Dire Examination

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This is a set of sample voir dire questions to ask prospective jurors. They are used to decide whom should be asked to stay on the jury and whom should not.
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When the court takes action on your request you will be notified by mail, e-mail or by phone. You may also call 1-866-847-4954 to check on the status of your excuse.

Excuse from Service You have no means of transportation. You would have to travel an excessive distance to the courthouse. You have a physical or mental impairment. You provide care for a dependent and cannot afford to have someone cover for you. Serving would be an extreme financial burden.

The judge and attorneys ask the potential jurors questions, general or related to the specific case before them, to determine their suitability to serve on the jury. This process is called voir dire, which typically results in some prospective jurors being excused, based on their answers, from serving in that trial.

Do I have to still serve? No. But, if you are physically able and desire to serve, your service is welcomed. If you are 70 or older, however, you will be excused from service upon your request.

The process of selecting a jury is known as voir dire. During voir dire, a panel of people will be questioned by both sides about their background, beliefs, and biases. The jury will be selected from this larger panel.

French for "to speak the truth." The process through which potential jurors from the venire are questioned by either the judge or a lawyer to determine their suitability for jury service. Also the preliminary questioning of witnesses (especially experts) to determine their competence to testify.

At least 18 years old; able to read, write, and speak the English language; not be deemed incompetent due to medical or physical infirmity; and. not under indictment for a felony, nor convicted of a felony for which a pardon has not been granted.

Why can't I? The law automatically disqualifies non-citizens, convicted felons whose civil rights have not been restored, and people under 18 years of age from jury service.

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Louisiana Voir Dire Examination