As of Tuesday, I can now check another box on my responsible adult list (not that I actually have one of those). I served my town and my country for a day of jury duty. I arrived at 7:30 am, waited in line for 45 minutes, and then sat for about five hours, never being selected for anything. I was released at 12:45, and my duty is served for another three years. I ate some snacks, met some nice people, and read a few chapters in my latest book club book. All in all, not such a bad day. Thanks, Nancy, for adding my baby girl to your crew (especially at 7 am!)....she had a blast.
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Good for you! I have never been called and I'm 49 years old so you are way ahead of me!
It is an experience isn't it! I got called for jury duty only 4 months after moving to Idaho and got picked. I spent three days on a DUI case. I learned quite a bit and it was interesting.
Sounds very similar to my experience shortly after Pete and I married and I joined him in MD. I was probably a resident for a whole year or so when I was called.
After a morning of sitting around we were sent out to retrieve our compensation check and grab some lunch...when we returned they sent most of us home.
I just remember being a bit perturbed because it took so much effort to get a sub for the day and arrange all of those lesson plans. (I forgot to mention it was my first year of teaching so things were super crazy to begin with!)
i have jury duty in february, and i'm not too sure what to expect! it will be my first time.
should be interesting, and i'll be sure to bring a book. or three.
Yep. You are an adult now. I have not had jury duty yet, but I am sure when the day comes - it will be quite an experience. Were you disappointed not to get picked? For some reason - I would love to get sucked into a trial that lasts a little bit and have a part in the justice system for a brief season. Sounds interesting. :-) Maybe it's just the break from life that sounds fun. Who knows. :-)
Pleasure, as always!!
Good Girl. I have served in Lancaster and have been called for Philadelphia, but haven't received a date yet.
Heidi
That is why I keep my voter registration in Montana. :)
Way to fulfill your civic duty! I got called for federal court in Philadelphia several years ago, and actually got picked as a juror for a bank robbery case. I spent 6 days commuting via train, which was an experience all in itself.
I must admit, I kinda enjoyed it. I got a crash course in the justice system and met some interesting fellow jurors. I figured out that I actually made some money that week, since I got paid my regular work salary, mileage, plus the compensation fee. Good deal!
Of course, now that I'm a mommy, I could always get out of it with the childcare clause (I think)!
I guess I could say the same. I just finished jury duty too. In Lanc, it's a 3 day minimum. So you're there the 3 days whether you get picked or not. I was on a case. I did find it very interesting learning about the justice system. Thank God I got out of the case regarding a 2month baby girl that was killed by her deaf father. I would not have been able to sit through the films of the autopsy results!
I have never been called...I hope I didn't jinx myself.
I seriously must get picked every three years. I have been three times since getting married.
First time was actually in the room for a child ab.use case and got out by letting the judge know I could't look at the pictures we were told we were going to see and be non-partial.
Next time the case was settled out of court while I read a good book waiting.
Third time ran into a college kid I used to work with at church and caught up for 2 hours while the case was settled as well :)
I think my three year mark is coming.
Honestly, I'd love to serve on a simple (non abuse) case adn see how the process works.
Maybe next time...
OH - get my CM email?
I've had jury duty twice now and loved it both times. The whole judicial process is fascinating to me. At least you got to read a bit! :)
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