Jury Duty

	Jury Offices Jury Duty: Reporting Instructions Policies & Procedures Juror Information Employer Information Grand Jury	The juror orientation video, "Ideals Made Real," (Shift + Ctrl + C to enable captioning) is available to help you learn more about jury service and your important role in the legal system. Your responsibility as a juror is to decide the facts and apply the law impartially without favor or prejudice toward any person or group, regardless of economic income, sex, race, creed, or country of origin. Jury service is the fulfillment of a high civil obligation and a valuable privilege. There is no more vital work you can perform in support of your fellow citizens in the exercise of self-government than by an honest fulfillment of jury service. Conscientious service brings its own reward in the personal satisfaction that an important task has been well done. The effectiveness of our system of justice is measured by the integrity and dedication of the jurors who serve in our courts. This is our democratic ideal--to impart justice that is truly of the people, by the people, and for the people. Most jurors consider it interesting, educational, and an honor to play a part in the fair administration of justice. The courtrooms are in operation from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays. The reporting time for prospective jurors varies, but is usually 8:00 or 8:30 a.m. Depending on the Court's needs you may be asked to report later during the day. All jurors and prospective jurors in Santa Barbara are required to go through the metal detectors.  You are encouraged to leave any questionable items at home or in your vehicle.  Items confiscated by security during screening will not be returned.  When reporting for jury duty, please allow extra time to go through the weapons screening line. If you have received a Jury Summons, click here for Reporting Instructions. Click here for detailed information about Jury Policies & Procedures, including employer information, deferrals and exemptions. If you have been sworn to serve as a trial juror, click here for Juror Information. Click here for Employer Information regarding the rights and responsibilities of employers whose employees have been selected for jury service. Find more information on the Judicial Council Web Site: http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/jury: A Guide to California Jury Service http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/jury/video1.htm: What to Expect from Jury Service
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