Jurors perform a vital role in our judicial system. The United States Constitution guarantees the right to a trial by jury in both criminal and civil cases. Your participation makes this possible. If, however, you would like to request to be excused from jury service, you must place your request in writing. Do not call requesting to be excused.

Excuses may either be temporary or permanent and are granted on a limited basis. Submit your request prior to the start of your "on call" term.

Individuals that may be excused when requested in writing:

• Those over 70 years of age;
• Those who have served on a Federal grand or Federal petit jury within the last two years;
• Volunteer safety personnel;
• Active military personnel;
• Full-time students (with proof of enrollment and current class schedule); or
• Those with good cause due to mental or physical infirmity (these requests must be supported by current, detailed medical or legal documentation).

Please notify the Court of any prepaid travel plans, including dates and documentation, prior to start of your “on call” term.

Most employment hardship requests are denied, and the Court does not accept letters from employers. Excuse requests must be submitted by you, the actual juror. A juror should not assume an excuse request will be granted.