FAQ Group Jury Service

After you receive your jury summons, log onto the Juror Access site and complete the questionnaire. Then call the juror hotline (888-553-1441) or check the Juror Access site the Friday before your term starts and then each night after 5:30 p.m. to…

Jurors are paid $30.00 for the first full day; $45.00 each subsequent full day; $15.00 for the first half day; $22.50 for each subsequent half day.  Jurors are also compensated for mileage.  Jurors will be paid the current IRS rate…

Yes.  You will need to set up rides with a friend, a family member, or Van Buren Public Transit.

Yes.  The judges typically break at least once mid-morning, an hour for lunch, and at least once in the afternoon.

Judges and attorneys try to estimate how long trials will last, but the length can vary. Most District Court trials last one day. Most Circuit Court trials last three to five days. During your term, you may be called for…

Please wear comfortable clothing. Midriff baring tops and inappropriate language and content on clothing is not allowed. You may also bring your cell phone, book or magazine to read while you wait, but they will need to be powered off…

Yes.  A summons is an official court order compelling you to appear for service.   Jury duty, although sometimes inconvenient, is not an optional experience.  Jurors should also know that following Michigan law: 600.1348 Jurors; threats, discharge, or discipline by…

We will only excuse you from a jury service if you have a doctor’s note.  Mail, email, or fax a doctor’s note in and we will honor your doctor’s request.

Provide a copy of their class schedule to the jury clerk, and they will be excused from their service.

Email your corrected name and address to the jury clerk to update the information in our database.