Jurors: Embodying Justice, Serving the Community

California Celebrates Juror Appreciation Week

May 12-May 16, 2008

This year marks the 10-year anniversary since a resolution was passed by the California Legislature (Assem. Conc. Res. 118, res. Ch.47) that established Juror Appreciation Week as an annual event held the second full week in May.

Each year, the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) teams up with the superior courts of California to recognize the 1.3 million Californians who answer the call to service. Juror Appreciation Week is a wonderful opportunity for the courts and the community to recognize jurors for upholding a core function of our democratic form of government-the right to trial by jury.

Many other states also celebrate Juror Appreciation Week during May, and The American Bar Association (ABA) supports an annual campaign to promote the occasion.

Why Celebrate Juror Appreciation Week

• Jurors deserve the recognition.
• Because the most important aspect of patriotism is fulfilling civic responsibilities.
• It helps build a positive relationship between the court and community.

Local Celebrations May Include...

• Local news media and press coverage
• Judges meet and greet jurors
• Courts provide coffee and donuts to jurors
• Proclamations from local governments
• Certificates of appreciation
• Distribution of education materials promoting jury service

Click here for a list of local events. (PDF)