Circuit Clerk / Absentee Election Manager. You will be in processed and given a brief orientation. A jury of 12 people will be selected in the courtroom. endobj ", Per Section 12-16-8(b) Code of Alabama: "An employee may not be required or requested to use annual, vacation, unpaid leave, or sick leave for time spent responding to a summons for jury duty, time spent participating in the jury selection process, or for time spent actually serving on a jury. Yes. Can my employer deduct my juror pay from my pay check? Logon to the jury webpage (juror.alacourt.gov) to respond to your summons. Talladega County Circuit Clerk's Office 148 East St. N P.O. If the court finds it necessary for the jury to inspect the scene of an accident or alleged crime, the judge will arrange for the entire jury to do so together. If I work a second or third shift (classified as a shift other than the typical 8-5 workday), must I return to work after I have served on a jury for six to eight hours during the day and am expected to report for jury duty the next day? We will gladly assist you in correcting any misunderstanding. The Alabama Central Disbursement Division (ACDD) is a newly created division that was established as a result of federal and state law, known as the Welfare Reform Act of 1996. St. Clair County Courthouse | 100 6th Avenue North, Ste. in the past two years, has served on more than one grand jury, actually served as a grand juror and a petit juror, or if you have actually attended court for service or prospective service as a petit juror for a total of more than twelve days. After listening to the judges oral charge, the jury retires to begin jury deliberations. Selection of a foreman is the jurys first duty. xXMo6Q{EwggnuwecP)y38~rIaN$'W\(_++gL`4Ls\eiqkbVb/ot.M7xynjo{|nYbw 'J=q:s&!RTs.|KW. Does my employer have to pay me while I serve on jury duty? No qualified prospective juror is exempt from jury service. You must apply the law given by the judge to the facts given during the trial to make a decision in a case. However, some courts may excuse you if serving on a jury and missing work would cause undue hardship to either yourself or your employer. Alabama's Unified Judicial System is one of the oldest in the nation. Also, the temperature fluctuates greatly in our old courthouse, so you may want to bring a jacket. There is no limit to the number of jurors who may be excused for challenge for cause. Will I have to come to the Courthouse every day during the 2 week jury term? The Human Resources Division of the Administrative Office of Courts in Alabama provides a full range of human resources services to the judicial branch of government. Be sure to include your name as it appears on your summons and provide us with your current phone number. The judge in the courtroom will explain the case and introduce the lawyers and other participants. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 15 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S>> Should the judge order sequestration, you have to spend the night away from your family. Remember - A Jury Selection Summons Doesn't Mean You'll Be On A Jury. Also, the phrase "full-time employee" may be defined by industry standards, in addition to the standards of that particular community. ", Jurors are randomly selected by computer and the summonses are mailed from Montgomery. Welcome to the State of Alabama's Juror Qualification System Verify Juror Enter the following information EXACTLY like it is printed on your summons form. If I am unable to serve on jury duty, whom do I call? Jurors are NOT allowed to bring their cell phones into the court house. After reaching a verdict, the foreperson records the verdict and calls for the court attendant (or bailiff) to escort the jury to the courtroom. Government Plaza | 205 Government Street, Suite 913 | Mobile, AL 36644-2913, Phone: (251) 574-8511 | Fax: (251) 574-8796 | Hours: 8:00 am 5:00 pm, M - F, Copyright 2020 Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. 36104, Copyright 8/15/2011. If you have any difficulty with your employer as a result of your Jury Service, you can call us at 256-761-2103. If I work 2nd or 3rd shift, do I still have to go work? (Please Note: Your employer is only required to pay you a 40 hour work week's pay, no overtime pay even if you normally work overtime.) Our Justices, Judges and staff share the sentiments of former United States Chief Justice Earl Warren when he stated that, "The success of any legal system is measured by its fidelity to the universal ideal of justice." The court may postpone jury service to a later date rather than grant an excuse. As a summoned juror, you are entitled to an expense and mileage allowance regardless of whether you actually served on a jury that particular day. However, if allowed, juror may not use his/her own notes to sway other jurors. ChallengesDuring voir dire the lawyers may ask the judge to excuse a juror from sitting on the case. Park in the deck at Scott and Lawrence Streets. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. No smoking is allowed inside the building and no weapons of any kind will be allowed. The following items are not allowed in the Baldwin County Courthouses. Please be on time as court starts promptly at the designated time. Be prepared to wait before and during trials. The St. Clair County Courthouse is located at 100 6th Avenue North, Ashville, AL 35953. All requests to be excused from serving must be made in writing. A Juror must not research the case through broadcast and newspaper accounts. For your convenience, the forms may be saved to your computer and used without accessing the internet. Lynette Spaller is the Juror Manager and can be reached at(251) 937-0356 or (251) 580-1855 or by emailinglynette.spaller@alacourt.gov. There is no charge for parking. We read every comment! It is one of the highest duties of citizenship. What is the difference between a petit and a grand jury? You have completed your jury duty service. Most trial court information may be obtained through www.alacourt.gov using the link "Just One Look" for On-Demand access to Alabama State Trial Court Records. When you call that number (943-7935 in Gulf Area and 937-0363 in all other areas), there will be a recorded message by the Circuit Clerk telling you whether or not your panel number needs to come to jury duty the next day, and if your panel number is to come, when you are to report. A prospective juror is asked questions to determine whether he/she has knowledge of or has an interest in the case to be tried. If you are selected to serve on a jury the first day, then you will follow the judges instructions until that case is over. Instructions to the Jury: At the close of all the evidence, the judge will read the instructions to the the jury, explaining the law and other considerations in the case. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 13 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S>> Section 12-16-8(c), Code of Alabama 1975, specifically provides that a "full time employee" is entitled to their usual wages during jury service. endobj A Juror must be impartial until (s)he hears all the evidence and law applicable to the case. Montgomery, Al. The judge, attorneys, parties, witnesses, and jurors are all direct participants in the courtroom proceedings. In most criminal cases on which you may be asked to serve, the crime with which the defendant is charged will be a "felony." This presentation is intended to prove the claims made. 205 Government Street, Suite 913 | Mobile, AL 36644-2913 Phone: (251) 574-8511 | Fax: (251) 574-8796 | Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, M - F . Should an illness of a family member or a personal emergency arise, immediately inform the judge or other court official and explain the situation. <> 6/6/2005. These are called "punitive damages." On the first day that you appear, a jury will be selected for the first case to be tried for that term of court. Every person that serves will be issued a check for each day of service and be given a certificate of service for your employer. The Circuit Clerk will go over what you can expect to experience during your time of jury service. The sheriff, as an elected official, is the countys chief law enforcement officer. Thank you for serving! In a criminal trial, the jury must determine whether the state has presented proof beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty. endobj %PDF-1.5 Should your family have an emergency you can be reached by calling the Clerk's Office at (334) 864-4348. Copyright 2020 Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. The parties in a civil trial are the plaintiff and the defendant; in a criminal trial, they are the state, represented by the district attorney or prosecutor, and the defendant. The Lawrence County Courthouse is located at 14451 Market St, Moulton, Al. Can jury duty be rescheduled?Yes. The grand jury is randomly selected by the computer from the qualified juror venire. If someone attempts to talk to a juror, (s)he should report it to the judge. A civil case is an action between parties seeking an impartial settlement of a dispute. Box 6137 Talladega, AL 35160 Phone: (256) 761-2103 Fax: (256) 480-5291 Email: brian.york@alacourt.gov xXKoH'4-IEY4:nU/IYqt#D1dD)q|;zKsjo69}Nu"pO$.4)IOq = /=P@f&+)#\nDmOWu:II^Y:~M9q,)d~A8Oh_1Hf!B[(qYXi}yEZN!D>)Fd5lpD)BU#Bb#YF_h=_Pn&d\Pe(TW!]1##cx\WdPM.iP4*j$;0!v>Jmg%\| 3C1= Q +D1'j/KX@qkW!jWhq$rBU{LA%7TK5u"n@n=ePu Be careful what information you reveal over the phone. The "plaintiff" sues and brings the case to court, usually asking for money damages to compensate the plaintiff for certain losses. After the first day, you will be given a pink juror card with a telephone number to call every night after 5:00 pm. JURORS: Please review the Juror FAQ to find answers to questions about how the Mobile County courts intend to handle jury assembly and trials during the Covid-19 pandemic. endobj There are many reasons why an attorney may prefer some jurors to others for a particular trial. A Civil case is an action between parties seeking an impartial settlement of a dispute. A jurors verdict can only be based upon the evidence presented. After the opening statements from both sides, the plaintiffs or states case is presented in the form of evidence. No. 14 0 obj The website is located at https://judicial.alabama.gov, 300 Dexter Ave. They are employed by the parties or, if a defendant is indigent and unable to pay for an attorney in his/her criminal case, an attorney will be appointed by the court at state expense. For any additional questions or concerns please call 334-832-2531. After the defendant's case, the plaintiff or state may present, After listening to the judge's oral charge, the jury retires to begin, Jury deliberations generally conclude when a unanimous. During a trial, if a juror has personal knowledge about any facts in the case, the juror has a duty to disclose his/her knowledge to the judge. What if I have an illness or an emergency during service? It is very unlikely that you will have to spend every day at jury duty. There are two types of challenges: a challenge for cause and a peremptory challenge. There are magazines in the jury lounge to read, or you may want to bring a book. ARAP-03. A felony is a crime punishable by at least one year and one day in the penitentiary and may also include a fine of $5,000 or more. Report to the Main Courtroom. After reaching a verdict, the foreman records the verdict and calls for the bailiff to escort the jury to the courtroom. Deliberation: After closing arguments, the jury is isolated to decide the verdict in the case. 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If unwanted questions persist, contact the court immediately. PS-01. Peremptory challenges do not require the lawyers to state any reason for excusing a juror. After check in, the judge will ask general questions to determine whether you are qualified to serve as a juror. Occasionally, the judge may ask jurors to leave the courtroom while the lawyers make their legal arguments. Please mail your request to be excused to: You will need to submit a request to be excused in writing. The court schedules seventeen weeks of jury trials each year. Rulings by the Judge: The judge may be asked to decide questions of law during the trial. Attorneys represent and advise the parties on the law and all aspects of the trial. A juror should listen carefully to all questions by both parties on direct or cross examination of the witness, the testimony given in response to the questions, and the judges instructions to the jury. Yes. State law prohibits an employer from dismissing an employee because (s)he is summoned for jury service. Must my employer pay me while I am on jury duty?If you are a regular full-time employee, your employer is required to pay you while you are on jury duty. to occupy you while you wait. Answer to Landlords Claim. endobj A Juror must be prompt. After the trials completion, you are not obligated to answer questions presented by attorneys or the press. This process is called "voir dire", a phrase meaning "to speak the truth". J'affirme avoir achev le Programme de sensibilisation l'gard du plaideur l'chelon de l'tat en ligne tel que propos par le Comit de la Cour suprme sur l'accs aux tribunaux de la famille. Please allow extra time for parking and going through the metal detector. The court may require alternate jurors to serve who shall have the same qualifications, be subject to the same examination, take the same oath, and have the same functions and powers as regular jurors. For example, if a person is summoned for jury duty in Alabama, the person's employer in Georgia cannot fire the person for being absent for serving as a juror. A Juror must give his/her undivided attention to the trial. You may call the Circuit Judge listed on your jury summons card or 256-549-2174 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at least one week prior to the date you are to report. Please be assured that without your service the judicial system could not operate efficiently. Sometimes the plaintiff may ask for damages in addition to the compensatory damages, in order to punish the defendant and to prevent the defendant from doing the same act again. If you need legal assistance, you should see an attorney. A petit jury is generally composed of 12 people impaneled to try a criminal or civil case. After you complete this process, email trish.campbell@alacourt.gov to notify the court you are seeding a medical excuse from jury duty. Doctor's excuses can be faxed to the Circuit Judge's office. On behalf of HonorableJ. Clark Stankoski, Presiding Circuit Judge, Honorable Jody W. Bishop, Honorable C. Joseph Norton, Honorable Carmen Bosch, and Honorable Scott P. Taylor,Circuit Judges and Brenda Ganey,Circuit Clerk, we welcome everyone that has been chosen for jury service. endobj The courthouse is normally open at 8:00am to begin the check in process. Please take your personal belongings with you during lunch, break, etc. The questions are not intended to embarrass anyone but are used to make sure that members of the jury do not have opinions or past experiences which might prevent reaching an impartial decision. We have two - 2 week terms each of Civil, Criminal and Grand Jury. No knives, or anything that is sharp, pointed or edged including knitting needles. No smoking is allowed inside the building and no weapons of any kind will be allowed. A petit jury is generally composed of 12 people impaneled to try a criminal or civil case. You may telephone a relative or friend to bring personal necessities. As part of jury selection, the judge and the lawyers will then question the jury panel members to determine if anyone has knowledge of the case, a personal interest in it, or feelings that might make it hard to be impartial. United States Constitution:Amendment VIIn all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense. Closing arguments are not evidence but are the attorneys summaries of the evidence presented during the trial. As a citizen of St. Clair County, you have been chosen to serve in the role of juror. Notes are for personal use only. I will on occasion call and let jurors know that court has been cancelled for the day. In Baldwin County, we have two (2) week jury terms, but you most likely will not serve every day of the term. 400 | Ashville, AL 35953 Phone: (205) 594-2184 , Pell City - (205) 338-2511 | Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, M-F Need Directions? Your Jury service has been completed. Therefore, simply having a job isn't in itself enough to be excused from jury duty. The grand jury is summoned to serve one term or until the next grand jury is empaneled. Not necessarily. A bailiff or deputy sheriff will be in charge of the jurors who are sequestered to ensure that no one contacts them and to protect them. The Attorney General of Alabama has concluded that the phrase "full-time employee" includes an employee who is paid hourly wages as well as a salaried employee. The Jury Line will instruct jurors about where to report. However, after the trial has concluded, a juror may discuss the case with anyone, but the juror is not obligated to do so. The court, however, can require the defendant to reimburse the state for these costs, if s(he) is able. 8/7/2007. endobj *Section 12-16-8(c) Code of Alabama: "Notwithstanding the excused absence provided in subsection (a), any full time employee shall be entitled to his or her usual compensation received from such employment.". How long does jury duty last?Service as a juror depends upon many factors, one of which is the type and complexity of the case. Certificat d'achvement du Programme de sensibilisation l'gard du plaideur l'chelon de l'tat. <> The thieves then asked for confidential information. The following is a description of their roles: If there are other terms or phrases which you hear while serving as a juror that you do not understand, ask the judge to explain the term or phrase to you. Jury Information Links Notice of Garnishments District Judges Honorable Alan Furr, District Judge County Courthouse, Suite 308 1815 Cogswell Ave Pell City, AL 35125 (205) 338-3869 Honorable Robert Minor, District Judge County Courthouse, Suite 208 1815 Cogswell Ave Pell City, AL 35125 (205) 338-1034 Cell Phones are allowed but on vibrate at alltimes. Click the above map. A juror should listen to the evidence presented by both sides carefully and avoid "taking sides" until (s)he has an opportunity to hear all the evidence and the judges instructions as to the law applicable to that particular case. Cell Phones are allowed but on vibrate at all times. <> Upon completion of a voir dire examination, each attorney may strike the names of jurors from the list of prospective jurors until only 12 names remain. Jury Duty 101 is a free public resource site, and is not affiliated with the United States government or any Government agency. Alabama law states that a full-time employee will receive his/her usual wages while serving as a juror. The court reporter records a word-for-word account of all court testimony and proceedings, and, in the event of an appeal and upon request of one or both of the parties, will transcribe the record into a written transcript. 7 0 obj What can I expect when I report to the courthouse for jury service? Note: The Attorney General in Georgia has concluded that it is unlawful for an employer in Georgia to fire an employee working in Georgia because the employee was absent from his/her employment for the purpose of serving as a juror in Alabama. You will need to call Lisa Burdette at (334) 864-4348and give your updated address and phone number to be taken off of the list for that week. Who can be excused from jury service?Very few people are excused from jury duty. Justice ultimately depends in large measure on the jurors who serve in our courts. If I work outside the State of Alabama, and I am summoned as a juror in the county where I reside in the State of Alabama, am I entitled to my usual compensation from my employer? The questioning of a prospective juror is called a "voir dire examination" and may be conducted by the judge and attorneys. Presentation of Evidence: The evidence consists of the testimony of witnesses and the exhibits allowed by the judge. You can briefly tell us in your letter, the reason that you need to be excused and mail it to the Clerk's Office.

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