Maricopa County Superior Court Jury Duty

I was called to appear for the Jury in Maricopa County Superior Court. That’s in downtown Phoenix. It seems like they call me every year or two, but not always from the same court, and I usually don’t even have to show up. Previously, when I had been asked to appear in the designated court, I was never selected for trial. Here are ten things you may or may not know about jury duty for Superior Court.

1. If you are a Maricopa County registered voter, or have a Maricopa County driver’s license, you may be called for jury duty.
2. Not everyone has to show up for a full day. I didn’t have to show up until 1pm on the assigned day.
3. The jury meeting area has vending machines for snacks and soft drinks. In the building next door, there is also a food court with several fast food options.
4. If you show up for jury duty, you will be assigned to trial or released. If you are not selected as a juror, your service will end that day, when you are released.

1. There is free parking and a shuttle service in downtown Phoenix. It was easy to maneuver. You can also get to this location using METRO Light Rail. The court’s address in Phoenix is 175 W. Madison St.
2. You must assume that you will have to stay until 5pm. They won’t hold you later.
3. Wireless Internet is provided in the jury meeting room.
4. It does not have to work if you are over 75 years old.
5. Your employer cannot prevent you from serving as a juror, nor can it penalize you for doing so. However, they do not have to pay you.

1. If you are selected to serve on a jury, you are paid $ 12 per day plus any mileage reimbursement. If you are retired, unemployed, or if your employer is not paying you for the time you are serving, you may be entitled to more, possibly up to $ 300 per day.

Once inside the courtroom, being interviewed by 49 other potential jurors, I admit that I was surprised by some of the things I heard. For example, when the group was asked how many people had close relatives or friends convicted of a criminal offense, they would say that almost half of the group had someone close to them in that situation. Also, when asked how many people in the group owned a gun, a significant percentage of the group answered yes. I know that many people not only own licensed weapons, but it is even legal in Arizona to carry a concealed weapon (but not in court!) If they have the proper license.

Is 40% of gun ownership really representative of our area?

Important note: Be wary of anyone who calls you for personal information and states that they represent the court. This is a known scam!

If you have more questions about jury duty in Maricopa County Superior Court, visit them online.