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Yes and no. First, it depends on what the duty is. Some people are always asking to be excused (I actually had a student ask me if he could avoid handing in a term paper because doing the research made him anxious), and if you have a reputation for always trying to get out of doing certain things, you may find your superiors, whether at work or at school, becoming unwilling to give you a break. Similarly, some people try to avoid serving on a jury by saying it will cause them discomfort, but even though it may be inconvenient, it is your civic responsibility to show up, and to let the judge and the attorneys make that decision.
But there certainly are some very legitimate kinds of discomfort-- if you have a disability that makes it hard for you to walk, for example, it would certainly be understandable if you asked to avoid having an office that required climbing four flights of stairs. If one of your parents just died, it would be understandable if you told your boss you felt unable to attend an important company meeting. But without knowing which duty and what kind of discomfort, it is difficult to answer this question. Let's just say that if you would prefer not to do something because you don't like or enjoy it, that is very different from being in physical pain if you were to do it.
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A person may be excused from jury duty for all What except?
A person may no be excused from jury duty just because they have a job. They also may not be excused just because they have children to attend to.
Can jury nullification be used as a strategy to get excused from jury duty?
No, jury nullification cannot be used as a strategy to get excused from jury duty. Jury nullification is the power of a jury to acquit a defendant even if the evidence shows they are guilty, but it is not a valid reason to be excused from serving on a jury.
What are some other reasons a person may be excused from jury?
There are not many reasons that a person can be excused from jury duty. However, one reason to get out of jury duty is to have moved out of the district you were called to serve in.
Are people with physical or mental disabilities excused from jury duty?
With mental disabilities, yes. With physical disabilities, it depends. They certainly wouldn't have any trouble being excused if they wished to be, though I'm refering to the traditional "physical disabilities", not the ones that count nowadays for SSI. Obviously if the disability was such that they could not hear or see the evidence, they'd be excused.
Are Fully Informed Jury Association members and supporters automatically excused from Jury Duty?
[>deanwest< wrote] If they declare that they are members or supporters, yes. There may be some exceptions, and the law certainly doesn't require it, but nevertheless, they will be excused.----------------------------Added: Regarding the above answer - There is no automatic excuse from jury duty. Members of this organization will NOT automatically be excused from their summons to jury duty. They WILL have to respond to court on the day/date/time required. When/If they are actually chosen to serve on a jury they may acknowledge their membership in this organization during Voir Dire and they MAY be excused by the questioning attorney's.
Can a boss without permission have you excused from jury duty in west Virginia?
No, not usually, and even then you would have to hold some especially unique type of job that very few people could fill your place.
What does a woman do to be excused from jury duty?
There are generally a few reasons that will get you totally excused from jury duty. Active service military, full time student, disabled or beyond a certain age are the most common. Sometimes you can get delayed for professional reasons or if you have a small child that no one else can care for.
In Tennessee will a person with a felony record have to do jury duty?
They may be summoned for jury duty but when the fill out their juror questionnaire or at the time they may undergo Voire Dire they will, in all likliehood, be excused.
Can you lose citizenship if you refuse jury duty?
noAdded: (in the US) members of certain religions, who conscientiously object to sitting in judgment on others, or those suffering from physical disabilities, etc, can be excused from jury duty. However, EVERYONE, even if they believe that they have a valid reason to be excused from serving, must present it to the court for approval. Only the court can excuse you. Plain out--and-out refusal to report for jury duty is not an excuse.
Can lawyers be called for jury duty, and if so, how does their profession impact their eligibility to serve on a jury?
Yes, lawyers can be called for jury duty. However, their profession may impact their eligibility to serve on a jury as they may be seen as having specialized knowledge or biases that could affect their ability to be impartial. In some cases, lawyers may be excused from jury duty based on their profession.
What is maximum age for jury duty in Missouri?
In Missouri, there is no maximum age limit for serving on a jury; however, individuals must be at least 21 years old to qualify. Those who are 70 years of age or older can request to be excused from jury duty. Additionally, any juror can be excused for medical reasons or other valid circumstances upon request.
Do lawyers get called for jury duty?
Yes, lawyers can be called for jury duty just like any other citizen. They may be selected to serve on a jury if they meet the eligibility requirements and are not excused for specific reasons.
