I have to report for jury duty tomorrow
Sep 10, 2023 22:39:15 #
Sep 10, 2023 22:47:29 #
Coos Bay Tom
Loc: coos bay oregon
archie bunker wrote:
Would you want me on your jury?
I would not mind . I personally have not served jury duty for over 30 years . I used to get out of it by telling them a lot of my relatives are cops . I got permanently out of it by saying I was sole support of my family and also everyone who worked for me would have to be off work while I served -- I have a hard ship deferment .
Sep 10, 2023 22:53:21 #
Coos Bay Tom wrote:
I would not mind . I personally have not served jury duty for over 30 years . I used to get out of it by telling them a lot of my relatives are cops . I got permanently out of it by saying I was sole support of my family and also everyone who worked for me would have to be off work while I served -- I have a hard ship deferment .
My job will pay me while I serve. I'd rather work.
Sep 10, 2023 22:53:37 #
archie bunker wrote:
Would you want me on your jury?
You kinda’ make a good point. You would make a fine juror, but, how would you like to have a jury of KevYns, Pegs or Kemmers?
Jurors should be paid professionals. The “original” idea of a “jury of your peers”, assumed that most people were educated or, at least, had some common sense. I guess you’ll find out if there are eleven intelligent individuals in your community.
If I get into trouble….I want a judge to make the decisions…..no jury.
Sep 10, 2023 22:55:55 #
LogicallyRight
Loc: Chicago
If it isn't to late and you can get it on the internet, watch "12 Angry Men". Good take on juries, biases and working to find the t***h.
Sep 10, 2023 23:03:36 #
Coos Bay Tom
Loc: coos bay oregon
archie bunker wrote:
My job will pay me while I serve. I'd rather work.
Glad you'll be paid -- I don't blame you for wanting to just work instead .
Sep 10, 2023 23:08:55 #
Sep 10, 2023 23:18:20 #
Sep 10, 2023 23:28:27 #
archie bunker wrote:
My job will pay me while I serve. I'd rather work.
When they called me at an inconvenient time I went in for the first round of se******ns they asked if I knew anything about the case. I said some but not enough to make a difference. They asked if I could execute my duties as a junior. I looked at the defendants table and said no doubt,I can spot a guilty person a mile away. When they recessed for lunch they said I was dismissed. the ones chosen for trial were tied up for five weeks. That was in early 90s. I haven’t heard from them since.
Sep 10, 2023 23:37:05 #
archie bunker wrote:
Would you want me on your jury?
Hell yeah...
We'd drink a couple of cold ones after you found me innocent of assault and manslaughter...
(honestly I had no idea Woody was inside that pinata )
Sep 10, 2023 23:37:11 #
archie bunker wrote:
Would you want me on your jury?
Bring a book or crossword puzzles or something to do on your phone (games?) you could be sitting there all day. That's what happened to me.
Sep 11, 2023 05:54:09 #
archie bunker wrote:
My job will pay me while I serve. I'd rather work.
Here’s a way out. Raise your hand and tell them you have a question. Ask… “Do we get to choose the method of execution when we announce the defendant is guilty?”
Sep 11, 2023 06:56:43 #
Sep 11, 2023 06:57:27 #
Coos Bay Tom wrote:
I would not mind . I personally have not served jury duty for over 30 years . I used to get out of it by telling them a lot of my relatives are cops . I got permanently out of it by saying I was sole support of my family and also everyone who worked for me would have to be off work while I served -- I have a hard ship deferment .
Sounds like shirking duty to me.
Sep 11, 2023 06:57:58 #
Coos Bay Tom wrote:
I would not mind . I personally have not served jury duty for over 30 years . I used to get out of it by telling them a lot of my relatives are cops . I got permanently out of it by saying I was sole support of my family and also everyone who worked for me would have to be off work while I served -- I have a hard ship deferment .
Last time I got called for jury duty I had a bad cold. After I sat back there coughing and sneezing for a few minutes the judge sent me home. I still got paid for the whole day.
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