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(1) No class or category of persons may be automatically excluded from jury duty except as provided by law. (2) A statutory exemption from jury service must be granted only when the eligible person claims it. (3) Deferring jury service is preferred to excusing a prospective juror for a temporary or marginal hardship.
What to Wear. Business attire is suggested. No tank tops, shorts, bare midriffs, strapless dresses, flip-flop sandals, or bare feet are permitted in the courtroom.
Courtroom Requirements We suggest you wear comfortable clothing that fits with the importance and dignity of the courtroom. Shorts, tank tops, bare midriffs, or similar dress are not allowed. Business attire is always appropriate. Check your summons or local jury office for more information.
In terms of the Jury Amendment Act 2010, you may have 'good cause' to be excused if: jury service would cause undue hardship or serious inconvenience to you or your family. you have a disability that makes you unsuitable or incapable of effectively serving as a juror, without reasonable accommodation.
Avoiding it, however, is ill advised: you cannot simply refuse and it is a criminal offence to not answer a jury summons without reasonable cause. You may, however, be able to defer (or possibly be excused) if you've served in the last two years or have a good reason.
You must appear on the designated date and time given on the Order to Show Cause notice. This date cannot be changed and will require your personal appearance. Failure to appear on this day can result in a fine, imprisonment or both pursuant to C.C.P. 209.
You may postpone your service for up to six months from your reporting date.
Business attire is strongly suggested. Ties are not required. Jurors should not wear shorts, mini-skirts, tank tops, flip-flops, or hats (except for religious purposes). Jurors who are not appropriately dressed will be sent home and ordered to appear for jury service on a future date.
Check your status (qualified, excused, or postponed) online by clicking here or by calling 1(800)327-3296 at any time at least 5 days before your report date.