2007-03-24 11:45:17 · 13 answers · asked by blueyedbabe894 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It's possible you can get a waiver because you are a student. It depends on the rules of the jurisdiction. If you really want to get out of jury duty, give an explanation that you do not think the judicial system is fair. Come up with reasons to justify this in case you are asked why, and if they are more relevant to the issue of the trial, the more likely the attorneys on one side or the other will not want you on the jury. For example, if it is a murder trial, say you do not believe in capital punishment. If it is a drug trial, say you believe mandatory sentences are unfair. You can get even more bizarre if you want, such as you think a jury of 12 people and 1 alternate constitute an unlucky number, or that you cannot give a fair opinion on innocence or guilt because of your racial prejudices or whatever your creativity may allow. Usually you will not know what the nature of the case is beforehand, so a personal reason for not believing in the judicial system may be better ("I don't believe in the capability of judges who are politically appointed to serve for life" etc etc . . .)
Personally, I like to serve on juries. I think it is an interesting way to exercise what few rights we have left as citizens, and I find the court procedures interesting. However many people, such as yourself, have conflicts that result in them not wishing to serve, nor capable of affording the loss of income. That is why you will frequently find juries consisting of retired people and government employees (who will continue to receive their salaries while on jury duty). Best wishes.
2007-03-24 12:12:06 · answer #1 · answered by G S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that is a good enough excuse. I have also been called for jury duty. Without a car, I will have to travel to an unfamiliar suburb, on two busses. In the middle of a very busy time at work, and I will have to come in on the weekend to make it up. It won't be easy if I have to go back for a week. It's not easy for any of us, we could all come up with an excuse. I hope you never have to depend on a jury yourself.
2007-03-24 11:55:56 · answer #2 · answered by marie 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a matter of local law.
In Texas, where I live, being a full time student is a legitimate cause for exemption from jury duty.
2007-03-24 11:53:49 · answer #3 · answered by Rillifane 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly a waiver. If not, you can volunteer for a coroner's inquest jury, which is held at night. You have to be available though within a three day notification. I have done that twice already and was able to do my civic duty. Best of luck to you.
2007-03-24 11:48:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. My boyfriend was just excused from jury duty because he is a student. It depends on your court system though. Some will, some won't.
2007-03-24 12:01:34 · answer #5 · answered by lovely 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You still have to show up. Talk to the court clerk and explain your situation. It might turn out you still have to go to jury duty for jury selection. At that time, you'll be excused.
2007-03-24 11:51:51 · answer #6 · answered by beez 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think being a full-time student is a legitimate reason for not attending.
Tell them you are at school and not able to be in the area, thats what my friend did, since it was 2 hours away.
2007-03-24 11:48:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, do no longer take place dressed like a slob. flow out and purchase a good gun magazine. something with an AR rifle interior the canopy. Then take a seat and examine it whilst waiting your turn (you do might desire to take place). If requested tell them you belong to the NRA. the two the protection or prosecution will % you off the jury in 0.5 a heart beat.
2016-10-20 08:49:17 · answer #8 · answered by mcfee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on where you got called.
I had this exact thing happen to me last year; it turned out I wasn't even eligible because I got called where I used to live, but I moved to a different county for school and you need to be a resident of the county where you would serve. (Of course, then the country I live now decided they wanted me)
If that doesn't apply, you still need to serve but you can probably have it deferred until your next break so it doesn't interfere with classes.
2007-03-24 11:51:13 · answer #9 · answered by William S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no you have to atend jury duty. being a full time student is no excuse the school will give you time off with no pently
2007-03-24 11:50:18 · answer #10 · answered by lyzardking007 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋