Requires a signed letter from your physician detailing why you cannot serve.

Q: Can I request a postponement or exemption? A: Yes, you can request a postponement or exemption by filling out the form included with your summons and returning it to the court by the specified deadline.

Compensation for jury service in Santa Clara County includes:

: Jurors are strongly encouraged to use public transportation. If driving, use the Victory Mitchell Parking Lot

Mileage reimbursement is provided for travel from home to the court, starting on the second day.

: Bring a book or a fully charged device with a backup battery pack. While cell service is notoriously poor in basement assembly rooms, "savvy jurors" often head to the "U-shaped" portion of the waiting area for better seating and laptop cubes. 2. Navigating the Locations & Parking

: You repeat this process each night of your assigned week until you are excused or told to report. What to Do When You Arrive

The cafeteria is okay, but lines get long. Granola bars and a water bottle will keep you sane during voir dire.

: When you arrive, look for automated check-in kiosks to skip the line. You’ll need to scan the barcode on your summons or enter your juror badge number.

Upon receiving a summons, jurors must complete a questionnaire. This can be done via mail or, more commonly now, via the Santa Clara County Jury Portal .