Appearing in Court
Jury trials are scheduled Monday through Thursday of the designated jury trial week and as a juror, you must report on the Monday of the scheduled jury trial week. Failure to appear or notify the court may result in your being fined $500 for contempt of court.
Duties & Responsibilities
As a juror, you will be acting as an officer of the court. Jury panels are made up of 6 jurors and the jury is charged with listening to the facts of a case and determining whether an individual is guilty or not guilty.
Compensation
Jurors will receive $5 per day, regardless of whether chosen to sit on a jury. Payment is mailed to the address on your summons and you should receive it within 45 days of your service.