How do I check the status of my jury duty in MA?

By phone

In Massachusetts: (800) 843-5879 (1-800-THE-JURY)
Outside of Massachusetts: (617) 338-6409.

What should I wear to jury duty in MA?

What you should wear. There is no specific dress code for jury duty, but you should avoid clothing that’s excessively casual, revealing, or in bad condition.

What happens if you don’t respond to jury duty in Massachusetts?

If you don’t respond to your Notice of Delinquency, you’ll receive a Notice of Hearing on an Application for Criminal Complaint, and will need to appear for a show cause hearing before the clerk magistrate of the appropriate court. Summons for Defendant (Arraignment) Notice.

How do I change my jury duty location in Massachusetts?

To a request a hardship transfer online, visit the Massachusetts Juror Service website and choose a court to transfer to from the drop-down menu under “Location.” If the court you want isn’t listed, it’s not available. You’ll need to provide a brief explanation of your hardship as well.

How often can you be called for jury duty in Massachusetts?

once every 3 years
You can only be summoned for jury duty once every 3 years. If you receive another summons within the next 3 years, you’ll need to provide this certificate to be disqualified.

Can you talk about jury duty afterwards?

Do not discuss the trial with anyone until it’s finished, except with other jury members in the deliberation room. After the trial you must not talk about what happened in the deliberation room, even with family members. You can talk about what happened in the courtroom.

How can I avoid jury duty?

Common Effective Jury Duty Excuses

Extreme Financial Hardship.
Full-Time Student Status.
Surgery/Medical Reasons.
Being Elderly.
Being Too Opinionated.
Mental/Emotional Instability.
Relation to the Case/Conflict of Interest.
Line of Work.

How do I know if I’m needed for jury duty in Massachusetts?

To confirm if you’ll be needed for jury duty, call the Juror Line listed on your summons after 3 p.m. or log in to the Massachusetts Juror Service Website after 4 p.m. on the day before you’re scheduled to serve.

How can I contact the jury commission?

You may also contact one of the jury commissioners directly via email: I am a juror; I accept the position not only as an honor but as my solemn duty. I will remember the men & women who died to give us, and retain for us, the right of trial by jury, and I will reflect upon the fate of those people whose government gives them no such right.

What is the purpose of jury duty?

Jurors perform a vital role in the American justice system. Jury service is the fulfillment if a civil and moral obligation and through teamwork of the judge and jury, the protection of all citizen’s rights and liberties is afforded. Our staff is committed to make your jury experience a positive one.