Jury duty is an important civic duty that provides citizens with the opportunity to participate in the justice system. However, there are some circumstances in which a person may be excused from jury duty in California.
One of the most common reasons for being excused is a conflict with work or school. If you are unable to serve on a jury due to a work or school conflict, you will need to provide the court with a letter from your employer or school. Other reasons for being excused include: