Is there a penalty if I do not appear for jury service or do not complete my service? Can I use social media while I am on jury service? Contact your local police department and request to file a complaint. If you wish to claim an exemption, please email our office and attach any documents that would provide support to your claim. Learn more about being a. 2020-04, Administrative Order No. You cannot serve on a jury you are disqualified if you: Also, a trial judge may disqualify you if you are a party in a civil case in the county/Baltimore City in which you would serve. Those who don't arrive for their scheduled time . A grand jury also can conduct investigations. Cameras may be permitted in the courtroom in a civil case, but jury selection is not broadcast and the jury is not filmed. In addition, some cases end up not needing any jury at all. The additional criteria for this exemption are set out on the. You may postpone your jury service to a date within the next 90 days that may be more convenient for you to make arrangements. *Exigent circumstances means an unforeseen development that occurs within thirty (30) days of the date for which a postponement is sought. Your Juror Summons will tell you whether, and how, to call in - or check online - prior to reporting for jury service to make sure you are needed for jury service. 2020-04 Postponements of Juvenile Division Matters, Administrative Order No. If you are summoned and you appear for jury service for 4 or more hours, including traveling time, your employer cannot require you to work an employment shift that begins: A grand jury decides whether there is probable cause to charge someone with a crime. 21. Reporting. The relevant laws are Maryland Annotated Code, Courts & Judicial Proceedings Article, Sections 8-504 and 8-505. There are also penalties for failing to complete the Juror Qualification Form accurately and for not returning that Form. Maryland Rule 16-208 Cell Phones, Cameras, Electronic Devices, Government Relations & Public Affairs Division. To Complete Your Juror Qualification Form Online: You will be asked to enter information into the online system. A jury plan (every county and Baltimore City must have its own jury plan) may provide that if you served on a jury for less than 5 days, you may be asked to serve again after 1 year. 2022-08 (3rd Amended), Administrative Order No. Failure to appear in a timely fashion in order to complete the necessary paperwork may result in the court considering the request on the following day. 2020-01, Amended Administrative Order No. You may also circle the exemption that you are claiming, sign the card, and place it in the mail. Protections. Jury duty. CALL CENTER HOURS 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Read the front and back of the SUMMONS AND JUROR QUALIFICATION FORM (the Form) in its entirety. Who can I contact? Spanish The information about you that is given to the judge, attorneys and parties during jury selection is limited. Type "postpone jury duty" and then your county. 2022-06 (2nd Amended), Adminstrative Order No. The law is Maryland Annotated Code, Courts & Judicial Proceedings Article, Section 8-102(d). The amount generally varies from $30 to $40 per day, depending on the jurisdiction. 2 0 obj You may call 410-333-3775 during normal business hours to schedule an office visit. 2022-06 (Amended), Second Amended Administrative Order No. English What is the difference between a grand jury and a trial jury? You can learn more about these penalties here. Being excused does not mean that you will never be called for jury service. Under certain very limited circumstances, you can be excused from jury service. This information should be received at least 30-days in advance of your service date. Can I bring my cell phone, laptop or MP3 player? Read your summons for specific instructions, or view your county's jury service page. 2020-08 Electronic Signature Permitted, Amended COVID-19 Response Plan for the Progressive Resumption of Full Function of Judiciary Operations, Judiciary Statement On Family Matters During Closure, Parenting Education and Mediation Services, Judge In Charge Of Criminal/Administration, Business and Technology Case Management Program, Jury Plan for the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Bail Review and Reception Court Dockets Log In Information For Hearings, Frequently Asked Questions About Jury Duty Related To COVID-19, Administrative Order No. I went from ~2150 to ~2900 by rescheduling, which got me out of guaranteed jury duty. Arrive at the courthouse early enough that you can get through security and still be on time. State . 2020-04, Administrative Order No. If You Have Any Questions About Your Case, Please Call The Following Numbers, Administrative Order Lifting the COVID-19 Health Emergency, Final Administrative Order on Jury Trials and Grand Juries During the COVID-19 Emergency, Final Administrative Order on Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadline Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters During the COVID-19 Emergency, Final Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and other Ejectments Involving Residences, Fifth Amended Administrative Order Expanding Statewide Judiciary Operations in Light of the COVID-19 Emergency, Sixth Amended Administrative Order On Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Twelfth Amended Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Twelfth Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling of Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Fourth Amended Administrative Order Expanding Statewide Judiciary Operations In Light Of The COVID-19 Emergency, Fifth Amended Administrative Order On Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Eleventh Amended Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Eleventh Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling of Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Extension of Interim Administrative Order of December 27, 2021 Restricting Statewide Judiciary Operations in Light of the Omicron Variant of the Covid-19 Emergency, COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Judiciary Personnel in Courthouses and Judicial Branch Facilities, Ninth Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures in Courthouses and Judicial Branch Facilities, Fourth Amended Administrative Order on Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Tenth Amended Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Tenth Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statues of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Eighth Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures in Courthouses and Judicial Branch Facilities, Third Amended Administrative Order on Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Ninth Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Ninth Amended Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Eighth Revised Administrative Order On The Emergency Tolling Or Suspension Of Statues Of Limitations And Statutory And Rules Deadlines Related To The Initiation Of Matters And Certain Statutory And Rules Deadlines In Pending Matters, Seventh Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Heath Measures In Courthouses And Judicial Branch Facilities, Eighth Amended Administrative Order On The Suspension During The COVID-19 Emergency Of Foreclosures, Evictions, And Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Seventh Amended Administrative Order Clarifying The Statewide Suspension Of Jury Trials And Maintaining Grand Juries, Eighth Administrative Order Restricting Statewide Judiciary Operations Due to the COVID-19 Emergency, Sixth Amended Administrative Order Clarifying the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Sixth Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures in Courthouses and Judicial Branch Facilities, Seventh Amended Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Seventh Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, First Amended Administrative Order on Case Time Standards and Related Reports for Fiscal Years 2020 and 2021 in Light of the COVID-19 Emergency, Sixth Amended Administrative Order on the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Sixth Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Fifth Amended Administrative Order Extending the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Fifth Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures in Courthouses and Judicial Branch Facilities, Sixth Administrative Order Restricting Statewide Judiciary Operations Due to the COVID-19 Emergency, Fifth Amended Administrative Order Lifting the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Fifth Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Fourth Amended Administrative Order Re-imposing the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Maintaining Grand Juries, Fourth Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures in Courthouses and Judicial Branch Facilities, Fifth Administrative Order Restricting Statewide Judiciary Operations Due To The COVID-19 Emergency, Fourth Amended Administrative Orders Lifting The Suspension During The COVID-19 Emergency Of Foreclosures, Evictions, And Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Third Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures In Courthouses And Judicial Branch Facilities, Fourth Revised Administrative Order On The Emergency Tolling Or Suspension Of Statues Of Limitations And Statutory And Rules Deadlines Related To The Initiation Of Matters And Certain Statutory And Rules Deadlines In Pending Matters, Third Amended Administrative Order Re-Imposing The Statewide Suspension Of Jury Trials And Maintaining Grand Juries, Second Amended Administrative Order On The Progressive Resumption Of Full Function Of Judiciary Operations Previously Restricted Due To The COVID-19 Emergency, Second Administrative Order Clarifying COVID-19 Health Measures In Courthouses And Judicial Branch Facilities, Third Amended Administrative Order Lifting the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Second Amended Administrative Order Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Resuming Grand Juries, Third Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Amended Administrative Order On The Progressive Resumption Of Full Function Of Judiciary Operations Previously Restricted Due To The COVID-19 Emergency, Second Amended Administrative Order Lifting the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectment Involving Residences, Administrative Order Regarding Face Masks at Courthouses and Judicial Buildings in Maryland, Second Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadlines in Pending Matters, Amended Administrative Order Lifting the Suspension During the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments Involving Residences, Amended Administrative Order Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Resuming Grand Juries, Administrative Order on the Progressive Resumption of Full Function of Judiciary Operations, Amended Administrative Order on Remote Proceedings Held During the COVID-19 Emergency, Administrative Order Lifting the Statewide Suspension of Jury Trials and Resuming Grand Juries, Revised Administrative Order on the Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines Related to the Initiation of Matters and Certain Statutory and Rules Deadline in Pending Matters, Administrative Order on Suspension during the COVID-19 Emergency of Foreclosures, Evictions, and Other Ejectments involving Residences, Fourth Amended Administrative Order Expanding And Extending Statewide Judiciary Restricted Operations Due To The COVID-19 Emergency, Amended Administrative Order Further Clarifying The Emergency Tolling Or Suspension Of Statutes Of Limitations And Statutory And Rules Deadlines Related To The Initiation Of Matters And Certain Statutory And Rules Deadlines In Pending Matters, Administrative Order Extending The Length Of Statewide Judiciary Restricted Operations Due To The COVID-19 Emergency, Chief Judge Barberas Amended Order Clarifying The Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines, Chief Judge Barberas Administrative Order Extending The Length Of Statewide Judiciary Restricted Operations Due To The COVID-19 Emergency To June 5, 2020, Chief Judge Barberas Administrative Order On Incarcerated Or Imprisoned Adults, Chief Judge Barberas Administrative Order On Juvenile Matters, Amended Administrative Order on Expanding Statewide Judiciary Restricted Operations Due to the COVID-19 Emergency, Amended Administrative Order on Emergency Tolling or Suspension of Statutes of Limitations and Statutory and Rules Deadlines, Administrative Order On Emergency Tolling Or Suspension Of Statutes Of Limitations And Statutory And Rules Deadlines Related To The Initiation Of Matters And Certain Statutory And Rules Deadlines In Pending Matters, Administrative Order On Expanding The Statewide Suspension Of Jury Trials And Suspending Grand Juries, Administrative Order Expanding Statewide Judiciary Restricted Operations Due To The COVID-19 Emergency, Administrative Order on Remote Hearings Held During the COVID-19 Emergency, Administrative Order on Statewide Judiciary Restricted Operations Due to the COVID-19 Emergency, Administrative Order No. Why you received the Form. Anyone who is qualified can serve on a jury. Since juror records are taken from these sources, it is important that you promptly notify both agencies of your address change so that your name may effectively be removed from the jury pool for Baltimore City. No. Copyright 2023 Circuit Court for Baltimore City. You can provide this certificate if your employer wants documentation of your jury service. Juror ID Number >> Address >> City. You can generally bring an electronic device (for example, laptop, cell phone, MP3 player), but use is limited or prohibited in certain areas. 2020-08 Electronic Signature Permitted, Amended COVID-19 Response Plan for the Progressive Resumption of Full Function of Judiciary Operations, Judiciary Statement On Family Matters During Closure, Parenting Education and Mediation Services, Judge In Charge Of Criminal/Administration, Business and Technology Case Management Program, Jury Plan for the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Bail Review and Reception Court Dockets Log In Information For Hearings, Frequently Asked Questions About Jury Duty Related To COVID-19, Administrative Order No. Otherwise, your response may not be accepted. Myself or a household member has tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 14 days. endobj If you experience technical issues with the automated rescheduling line, you may call the Court's Juror Helpline at 713.247.8777 (M-F, 8am-5pm). Jurors are referred to by juror number, and not by name, during court proceedings in the courtroom and in chambers. Qualified. Is there a penalty if I do not appear for each day of jury service? You must show that excusal is required because of extreme inconvenience, public necessity, or undue hardship. (If you have previously changed your zip code , it may be possible that the alternative zip code is required to sign-in) Enter your date of birth in MM/DD/YYYY format. ?WqF}p1T0LLKn[X]~>=oFc_?==a_`\i%P% Notify your employer and any other important persons that you will not be available on the date summoned and, if you are selected to serve on a jury, for several days after, until a verdict is returned. Business and Technology Judges. If sufficient justification is given, you may be able to reschedule your reporting time until another date; however, jurors are generally not excused because of their employment status. The Judiciary is committed to providing prospective jurors with an equal opportunity to participate in jury service. If you do not return the Form as directed, you can be fined up to $1,000, sent to jail for up to 30 days, or both. If you violate the restrictions, your electronic device may be confiscated by security or other court personnel, and you may be arrested. Instead, write down the phone number the person is calling from. 2022-06 (2nd Amended), Adminstrative Order No. If you do not complete jury service, you can be fined for up to $1,000, put in jail for up to 90 days, or both. Otherwise, your response may not be accepted. Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, Cell Phones, Other Electronic Devices, and Cameras in Court Facilities. 2022-06 (2nd Amended), Adminstrative Order No. Can I investigate a case on my own while I am on jury service? Please note that the U.S. District Court of Maryland is part of the federal judiciary and is separate from the District Court of Maryland, which is part of the Maryland state judiciary. 1. If you have pending charges against you or have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to more than twelve (12) months imprisonment, and have not been legally pardoned, you may be ineligible to serve. Because the system in Baltimore County is one trial and one day, no excuses are permitted due to employment hardship. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About COVID-19 Policies and Jury Service 3 (Rev 2022-4-4) The court is allowing a more generous policy on rescheduling. 2020-01, Amended Administrative Order No. Complete your Juror Qualification Form online; Confirm the date you are to report for jury service; Reschedule your jury service date (one time only); and. You then might be asked to provide new dates when you can serve. Does the law protect my employment if I am on jury service? PLEASE NOTE: Personnel from the Clerks office and Family Division administrative office cannot change court dates. An excusal is good only for the period for which it is necessary. The jury office can issue you a certificate that documents the number of days you were on a jury or required to be available for jury service. Any person who violates these laws may be fined up to $1,000. Give the information in the format requested. 100 North Calvert Street, Room 239 (410) 333-0057 (f). 20. Each online system is different. Any further reference with regard to Jury Service can be found in the Annotated Code of MarylandCourts and Judicial Proceedings, Title 8-101 through 402. I would like more information about jury service in Maryland. Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Email. x]oF>Rr?IX{ K=eHE|]?OO0R.XS? 2020-11 Extending Grand Jury, Administrative Order No. Modification requests for cases set in the Family Division made for exigent circumstances will be heard daily at 4:00 p.m. on the record, before a Judge. Jury service is one of the most important civic obligations that citizens have. Should you need to reschedule your service, you are urged to call the Court's automated jury rescheduling system at 832.789.1432 / 713.247.8591 (TDD/TTY). This option is voluntary and replaces the need of rescheduling. Copyright 2023 Maryland Judiciary. Copyright 2023 Circuit Court for Baltimore City. 111 N. Calvert Street Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone: (410) 396-5188 Business Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 100 North Calvert Street Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone: (410) 396-5188 Business Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 300 North Gay Street Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone: (443) 263-8706 Business Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2020-07 Virtual Discovery Filings Civil/Non-Domestic and Criminal Matters, Administrative Order No. Documentation. % 18. . Maryland Rule 16-208 Cell Phones, Cameras, Electronic Devices, Government Relations & Public Affairs Division. For example, if your birth date is January 1, 1985 . Steve Merson, Jury Commissioner. 2022-06 (Amended), Second Amended Administrative Order No. 3. Why did I receive a Juror Qualification Form? All filings of pleadings, papers, and fees shall be made thru a secured lock box located at the Mitchell Courthouse located at 100 North Calvert Street. 2022-06 (Amended), Second Amended Administrative Order No. Who should I contact if I have a question about my jury service? Fire you (or coerce, intimidate or threaten to fire you) if you exercise your right (under certain circumstances) not to work on a day on which you are on jury service. Your safety. Cell Phones; Other Electronic Devices; Cameras, Information about the Coronavirus known as COVID-19. 2022-08 (3rd Amended), Administrative Order No. Is everyone who appears for jury service selected to sit on a jury? If you do not have any of these documents, contact the embassy of your country of citizenship for assistance. A person who is 70 years of age or older may be excused upon request, permanently or temporarily. You must mail your completed Form to the address listed on the Form. Cell Phones; Other Electronic Devices; Cameras, Information about the Coronavirus known as COVID-19. There are penalties if you lie about an important fact when you complete the Form: you can be fined up to $5,000, sent to jail for up to 30 days, or both. Repeat. We make every effort to provide you with information that is useful to you, but that information does not constitute legal advice. %PDF-1.7 Cell Phones; Other Electronic Devices; Cameras, Information about the Coronavirus known as COVID-19. The court takes juror safety very seriously. In some counties, a summons is included with the Juror Qualification Form. Please note: You may have previously submitted documentation and was excused. If you have a low number you should reschedule. By. Baltimore County Courts Building 401 Bosley Avenue Towson, Maryland 21204 Hours. If the case is scheduled for more than thirty days before the date for which a postponement is sought, please file a written Motion. You may be called to jury service sometime in the future. While it always makes people more comfortable to have counsel, a show cause for missed jury service is a relatively simple proceeding. Why am I being asked to serve on a jury again? The call center is open and accepts calls Monday through Friday, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., except State and Federal holidays. All rights reserved.. If, after checking, you are told not to report, do not go to the courthouse. All rights reserved.. Click hereto check the embassy for your country of citizenship. If you have a disability and need an accommodation, please contact your local jury office as soon as possible after receiving your Juror Summons. Require you to use your leave (annual, sick or vacation) for jury service. Learn more about social media. Under Maryland law, you will not be denied unemployment benefits because you had jury service and were unable to work or seek work.
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