How to Get Chosen for Jury Duty?

Be a registered voter in your county

Have a valid driver’s license or state ID

Keep your address current with the DMV and voter registration office

Respond promptly to jury summonses

Complete all juror questionnaires accurately

Be eligible under your state’s jury service rules

Avoid disqualifying criminal convictions if your state excludes them

Be within the required age range for jury service

Be a U.S. citizen and resident of the jurisdiction

Be available during the court term

Do not request excusal or postponement

Do not have a hardship that qualifies for exemption

Do not have a medical condition that prevents service

Do not have a job or status that makes you exempt in your state

Appear on time when summoned

Dress appropriately and follow court instructions

Answer voir dire questions honestly and clearly

Show attentiveness and respect in court

Avoid giving answers that suggest automatic bias

Remain available if selected from the jury pool

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