Check whether you qualify for a legal exemption under Texas law
Be 18 or older
Be a U.S. citizen
Be a resident of the county where you were summoned
Be able to read and write English
Not have been convicted of theft or a felony, unless your rights have been restored
Be under 70 and request exemption if age is a qualifying issue
Be the primary caregiver of a child under 12 if no reasonable alternative care exists
Be a student, teacher, or school employee if eligible for exemption
Be an active member of the military if eligible for exemption
Be the sole caretaker of an invalid person if no alternative care exists
Be physically or mentally unable to serve if you can provide proper documentation
Be outside the county or unable to appear on the date listed and request a postponement
Be involved in a case that creates a legal disqualification or conflict of interest
Be a nursing mother if eligible for exemption
Submit the exemption or postponement request by the deadline on your summons
Follow the instructions on the jury summons exactly
Contact the county jury office for the specific exemption process
Do not ignore the summons
Do not claim an exemption unless it is true and allowed by law