What does “jury duty” mean?

Serving as a juror in a court case. Courts pick people at random, often from lists of drivers and voters.

What to do

Only US citizens can serve. If you are not a citizen, answer the summons and say so — don’t ignore it.

You may see it in letters from

• County or State Court — Court

“jury duty” is a English word used in official letters in the United States. Briefly explains words like this automatically when you check a letter.

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