In some countries it is illegal to make false representation to avoid jury duty. There are, however legitimate reasons for not attending. Be sure to inform the court well in advance. Check the law where you live.
The basic duty of a jury is to provide a rational and impartial verdict (decision) to a case submitted by the court. They may also set a judgment or penalty at a trial as well. The most common type...
If you receive a summons to appear for jury duty then you must appear,There are exemptions that can get you excused from jury duty such as health or medical reasons,financial hardships and other...
No, not usually. Some people do try to get excused based on the people they say they know (the mayor, the governor, the chief of police), but such appeals to favoritism are rarely successful;...
On the back of your notice to appear for jury duty it explains the ways you can be excused. These include medical necessity (needs doctor's note), financial hardship, childcare hardship among others....