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Comments (7)I think most of the posts are interesting rather than irrelevant, but I was frankly doubtful about this one. Mine was the seventh number called; calling the numbers took just long enough for me to note the first 6 numbers were all people who had requested to be excused. Of course, that was just a coincidence. At that particular portion of the pre-selection, before hearing the individual requests to be excused, the judge had repeated what was in the info packet, that there were *very* few acceptable reasons to be excused -one example was of having made reservations [in advance of being called to duty] for an unusual and expensive trip, and even that example was qualified as to being at the judge's discretion as whether it would be an adequate excuse. I have no idea why I wasn't accepted; now that it's all over, I'm more relieved than disappointed although I think the case is likely to be very interesting. My favorite neighbor was with the DC police dept; after retiring she took a job working for a private investigative firm. She reminded me of that while I was commenting that so many of the available jurors were in law enforcement. I have no idea if it's done often or in many places, but she tells me that when a master list of potential jurors is selected, they are investigated for stuff like having a criminal record (that's what she did for the firm), prior arrests, and so forth. I guess that may explain why the judge seemed to be aware that *everyone* was familiar with computer usage, and maybe also explains the high percentage of sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, FBI, police officers and state troopers among the jurors called....See MoreI didn't get picked for jury duty.
Comments (28)I've been called several times, and served once. It was a Felony Murder trial in Wayne County (Detroit) - 3 defendents, 3 trial juries, 3 defense attorneys, tried simultaneously. That means all three juries heard some testimony together, and some separately that was specific to our defendent.... it also meant that there was A LOT of waiting around... It took 3 weeks. At the time I was consulting, and if I didn't work, I didn't get paid. at $14 a day, it almost paid for parking. BUT it was a GREAT experience. I'd always wanted to be dismissed, but I'm very glad I had the opportunity to serve, and although I'd be annoyed to be called again, (the courthouse is difficult to get to, parking is a pain, and being away from work is disruptive to my planned work activities) I would still gladly be selected. And... Regarding those age-related Power Surges... like Clair, I've had them for 6 years, and they're still coming strong (and I'm under 50)... I know all about "sweat head"......See MoreIf summoned for jury duty, would yo try to get out of it?
Comments (32)As a friend of mine says, I'm on their speed dial. I've gotten called a LOT of times. Several of those times it was when I was a student or SAHM so I never went even though I always wanted to. Then finally I got called when I could go and I went. And I got picked. And it was horrible. It was a case of child abuse involving the sexual abuse of three children by mom's bf with the knowledge, acceptance and partial participation by the mom. We had to hear the most excruciating testimony, some of which still haunts me, and this was something like 18 or 19 years ago. The next time I got called, about two years later, it was a case of a boyfriend holding a gun on his girlfriend. I guess it was just too soon after the last time but I did not want to hear any gory details about their relationship. So I spoke up and said that I could not convict someone based on "his word against hers" and they let me go. After that I served on a jury for a drug case where I learned all about street terminology and how to tell if a drug deal is about to go down. The case was fine but there was one woman on the jury who was an attention seeker and she made us spend an inordinate amount of time getting her to agree to the verdict and sentence. Ugh. The third case I served on was in municipal court. We handed down a verdict of guilty with maximum fine on a speeding ticket. We all wanted to throw the guy in jail or at least give him a bigger fine for wasting all of our time. The lawyer asked a lot of stupid questions. Repeatedly. And the place where the guy got caught is a notorious speed trap. What a pain! Oh well. If (when) they call me again, I'll go. And serve if picked. I just don't need to be privy to the horrors that go on in people's homes so please, no more cases like that!...See MoreJury Duty. Keep me company?
Comments (66)I realize this is a slightly old thread and its purpose is over, I just wanted to add my voice to those wishing you well on finding a job and getting settled into your new/old town. I am about to make a monumental move myself, so many things have changed in my life family and friend wise, I find myself thinking about home and "place," as in finding one's place among people, a great deal. I think undertaking such a change in mid life is much harder as there are no natural new groups forming, like through school or children. And for an introvert it must be doubly hard. I am convinced it is possible though. The right people will present themselves, so long as we put ourselves in their path through our interests and our service. Wishing you all the best....See Moreseagrass_gw Cape Cod
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