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Is there any other way to get out of jury duty?

Asked by KrystaElyse (3598points) March 16th, 2009

I’ve been summoned to jury duty in April. Even though I know it is our duty as citizens of the United States to serve when called upon to do so, i’m really not looking forward to missing work or my cruise in April. I’ve been called only twice before, but I was able to get out of it because I was away at school.

The only excuses that are listed on my notice are:
– 70 or older and wish to be temporarily excused
– 70 or older and wish to be permanently excused
– Physically unable (need Dr.s note)
– Parent, not employed full time w/ custody of children under 6
– Served jury duty in past 12 months
– Full-time law enforcement officer

Since none of those excuses apply to me, should I just suck it up and go and pray that i’m not chosen for the jury? Do any of you have experience serving on a jury?

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