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Jury Appreciate Week

California Celebrates
Jury Appreciation Week

May 11-15, 2009

Each year, the Administrative Office of the Courts teams up with the superior courts of California to recognize the millions of Californians who answer the call to serve. Learn more about Juror Appreciation Week.


A Message From Ronald M. George, Chief Justice of California
"Trial by a jury of one's peers is among the fundamental democratic ideals of our nation. Serving as jurors reminds us that these ideals exist only as long as individual citizens are willing to uphold them." Read more.

What to Expect from Jury Service

Often, we don't trust any one person to determine another person's fate. Instead, we trust the community to make the right decision. This is our democratic ideal--to impart justice that is truly of the people, by the people, and for the people. Democracy is made real every day by thousands of jurors across the nation. Most jurors consider it interesting, educational, and an honor to play a part in the fair administration of justice. The juror orientation video, "Ideals Made Real," is typically shown at the courthouse to help you learn more about jury service and your important role in the legal system.

Ideals Made Real:  Juror Orientation Video
Ideals Made Real
Juror Orientation Video, 14 minutes

Quick Links

Local Jury Info
Link to local county jury information.
Juror Basics
Guide to the basic info about serving as a juror.
Trial Process
Basic elements of a jury trial.
Jury Instructions
Plain language civil and criminal jury instructions.
Employer FAQ
Frequently asked questions for employers.
Jury Improvements
Jury Improvement Program information.
Juror FAQ
Frequently asked questions for Jurors.
Glossary
Definitions for common terms.
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