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JanetM 05-29-2010 01:37 PM

They want me again :shock:
The last time, I served on a Death Penalty trial of the murders of two young boys. The trial lasted for 4 months.
Have to report for duty in early July.

craftybear 05-29-2010 01:39 PM

oh no!

amma 05-29-2010 01:40 PM

Seeing those letters in the mail box gives me the same reaction as one from the IRS :shock:

Hopefully this one won't last as long :D

sharon b 05-29-2010 05:27 PM

Maybe they will take a pass on you ???

CarrieAnne 05-29-2010 06:49 PM

I've gotten called twice, and not had to go. I am low income, and I couldnt afford to take the time off work, and they did excuse me. I was really worried though!

canmitch1971 05-29-2010 06:53 PM

I was called to be a juror on a murder trial too many years ago. We found the guy guilty and he got 25 years without parole. I don't know about you but I found it very emotionally draining but I am glad I did it. He went to his mother's house, clubbed her with a hammer and wrapped her in carpeting. They were trying to get him off on an insanity plea but it didn't work.

JanetM 05-29-2010 06:58 PM

You are right, it was very emotionally draining for me too. I cried every night in the shower (and I rarely cry). I too am glad I did it. It probably was one of the most important things I've ever done. I don't think anyone can imagine what it is like unless they have served on such a jury...it is life changing.

littlehud 05-29-2010 07:41 PM

I hope is your are picked it isn't so long this time.

quiltluvr 05-29-2010 08:04 PM

I've only been called once but since I was self-employed I didn't have to go in at all.

I think they have an accounting to a higher Judge and I'm no substitute.

canmitch1971 05-30-2010 08:32 AM


Originally Posted by JanetM
You are right, it was very emotionally draining for me too. I cried every night in the shower (and I rarely cry). I too am glad I did it. It probably was one of the most important things I've ever done. I don't think anyone can imagine what it is like unless they have served on such a jury...it is life changing.

I was crying too. I remember coming home after it was over and I cried and cried. I thought "what is the matter with you??" It took me a few days to get over it. It was quite the experience. I don't think I would want to do it again.


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