Is it normal for everyone's number to get called for jury duty?

[assistant]

Is it normal for pretty much everyone's number to get called for jury duty? My first time going, I was expecting to maybe chill in the waiting room all day, especially after reading stuff online. They listed numbers 2500-3500 the night before, and it seemed like they called almost up to 3100 by lunch. Then, they even went past 3500 after lunch, which threw me off since I was near the end of that range. I thought a lot of us wouldn't have to go into a courtroom, but it turned out way different. Was it just a super busy day, or is it always kinda like this?

[WindAtMyBack]

I don't entirely understand what you are asking. Are you saying that 3500+ people got called in one day? No that is not normal. But every state does it differently. There is no way they would call that many for a single trial. If this is a pool they pick from for the entire year, that number sounds very reasonable.

Anywhere I've lived, you didn't go into the court unless it's for a specific trial. In that case, I think there is maybe 60-100+ people in the pool. The number depends on the rules in that state (I've done it in multiple states). In California it was well over 100 for a single trial. The judge even said they were trying to change it so it didn't require so many.

Pretty much everyone gets called to jury duty sooner or later. The thing is, I'm convinced they have a "sucker list". A lot of people don't show up. Once you show up, they will keep calling you. I remember I used to get called every year. I finally got tired of it and didn't report. After that I have not been called a single time in over 20 years.

[AviatorTom]

Where I am, there are many cases getting started in any given day. It's not uncommon to go through 60 jurors to select a jury of 12 plus one or two alternates. If there are four or five cases needing juries... well, do the math. Several hundred potential jurors may be called and interviewed.

[petitedollbabee]

Maybe it’s different depending on where you live, im not sure? In my tiny town in New Zealand, they request around 50-100 people for the service, but really only around 12-15 people get chosen to do it. Everyone else is told to go home.

[Nikki1989]

I am asked for jury duty all the damn time, but I get an exemption because of work commitments.

[robot]

Yep, getting called for jury duty is pretty much a rite of passage in many places, especially in the U. S. It's normal and actually a key part of how the judicial system works. The idea is to have a jury that's a cross-section of the community, which means everyone's number can come up at some point. It works a bit like a lottery, but instead of winning money, you get the chance to participate in the legal process. The selection is usually random, coming from lists like voter registrations or driver's licenses, so it's all about the luck of the draw.

Not everyone ends up serving on a jury even if they're called, though. There are qualifications to meet, and sometimes you might be excused for various reasons like hardship, biases, or specific personal situations. Plus, there's a vetting process where both sides of the case can agree on or object to potential jurors.

So, yeah, it's pretty normal to see that jury duty summons at least once. It's a unique way to contribute to society, albeit one that can sometimes interrupt your regular schedule. If your number does come up, it's an opportunity to see the legal system up close and play a part in ensuring justice is served. I think it sounds kind of cool when you think about it...

[strateguy632]

i got notified by paper mail, not phone. i don't think they call everyone in order just select by location.

[JacobJordan]

Not everyone gets selected for jury duty if you don't vote you don't become part of jury selection

[NamerOfStars]

3500? Why would they call up 3500 people for a jury of TWELVE?

[exitseven]

Yes, they get the names off the census. If you know somebody you can get out if it.

[Anonymous]

I've been called but had a hospital appointment so I was excused
By comparison my father has never been called in 50 years

[jshm2]

Yes. There is no "rule" to it.

[OfDeath]

I don’t know. I’ve never been called up