How are jurors selected for a trial?

After your panel is selected and reports to a courtroom, a process known as voir dire begins. During voir dire, the judge and possibly the attorneys will ask you questions to see if you can keep an open mind and be fair. After you have been questioned, you will either be selected or excused for that particular case. If you are selected, you and the other selected jurors will receive instructions from the judge as to what is expected of you. If you are not selected, you will return to the jury room and may be sent to another courtroom with another panel.

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1. Why is jury service important?
2. Who is entitled to a jury trial?
3. What are my duties as a juror?
4. How are jurors selected for a trial?
5. How long does jury service usually last if I am selected?
6. What are the different types of cases I might be selected for?
7. What should I wear to jury service?
8. Is jury service mandatory?
9. What can I bring with me to jury service?
10. What happens if I do not show up for jury service?
11. Are there phones and vending machines in the jury room?