Sometimes, a jury will be demanded by a defendant in a misdemeanor case. How is a civil case different from a criminal case? For information on the Mobile County Family Court, see their website at http://www.stricklandyouthcenter.org/. endobj E-Forms - Alabama Administrative Office of Courts - alacourt.gov The "plaintiff" sues and brings the case to court, usually asking for money damages to compensate the plaintiff for certain losses. Occasionally, the judge may ask jurors to leave the courtroom while the lawyers make their legal arguments. When you call that number (943-7935 in Gulf Area and 937-0363 in all other areas), there will be a recorded message by the Circuit Clerk telling you whether or not your panel number needs to come to jury duty the next day, and if your panel number is to come, when you are to report. If it has been less than 2 years, you will be excused from that term. The jurys verdict can only be based upon evidence presented in court. A juror should listen carefully to all questions by both parties on direct or cross examination of the witness, the testimony given in response to the questions, and the judges instructions to the jury. The Chambers County Courthouse is located at 2 Lafayette St. South, Lafayette, AL 36862. What if I have a medical condition which would prevent me from serving? What can I expect when I report to the courthouse for jury service? After listening to the judges oral charge, the jury retires to begin jury deliberations. No exemptions from jury service. Smoking is permitted outside the building, however, because of time limitations there will not always be opportunities to go outside. A challenge for cause means the lawyer has a specific reason for thinking that a juror would not be able to be impartial. Please be on time as court starts promptly at the designated time. You have completed your jury service. As a summoned juror, you are entitled to an expense and mileage allowance regardless of whether you actually served on a jury that particular day. The courthouse is normally open at 8:00am to begin the check in process. If unwanted questions persist, contact the court immediately. To request a deferral from jury duty, you must submit a completed copy of your "Jury Information Form", with the request written out. Please be on time as court starts promptly at the designated time. On occasion, it is necessary to sequester or isolate a jury from contact with the public during the course of the trial. Should your family have an emergency you can be reached by calling the Clerk's Office at (334) 864-4348. stream 8/7/2007. Jury Information Links Notice of Garnishments District Judges Honorable Alan Furr, District Judge County Courthouse, Suite 308 1815 Cogswell Ave Pell City, AL 35125 (205) 338-3869 Honorable Robert Minor, District Judge County Courthouse, Suite 208 1815 Cogswell Ave Pell City, AL 35125 (205) 338-1034 The defendants case presentation follows the same format as the plaintiffs or States case. After the defendants case, the plaintiff or state may present rebuttal witnesses or evidence designed to disprove the testimony and evidence presented by the defendant. Additional legal and court related information, forms, support, and services are available at www.alacourt.gov. <> xXKoH'4-IEY4:nU/IYqt#D1dD)q|;zKsjo69}Nu"pO$.4)IOq = /=P@f&+)#\nDmOWu:II^Y:~M9q,)d~A8Oh_1Hf!B[(qYXi}yEZN!D>)Fd5lpD)BU#Bb#YF_h=_Pn&d\Pe(TW!]1##cx\WdPM.iP4*j$;0!v>Jmg%\| 3C1= Q +D1'j/KX@qkW!jWhq$rBU{LA%7TK5u"n@n=ePu There are many reasons why an attorney might prefer some jurors to others for a particular trial. Thank you for serving! These are called "punitive damages." Our Justices, Judges and staff share the sentiments of former United States Chief Justice Earl Warren when he stated that, "The success of any legal system is measured by its fidelity to the universal ideal of justice." Lynette Spaller is the Juror Manager and can be reached at(251) 937-0356 or (251) 580-1855 or by emailinglynette.spaller@alacourt.gov. Our Justices, Judges and staff share the sentiments of former United States Chief Justice Earl Warren when he stated that, "The success of any legal system is measured by its fidelity to the universal ideal of justice." Information on cases in Alabama Circuit and District courts is now available on demand, without a subscription, through Just One Look. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to require an employer to provide annual, vacation, or sick leave to employees who otherwise are not entitled to the benefits under policies of the employer. You will be in processed and given a brief orientation. 9[> No qualified prospective juror is exempt from jury service. 35650. Thank you for serving! A bailiff or deputy sheriff will be in charge of the jurors who are sequestered to ensure that no one contacts them and to protect them. State law prohibits an employer from dismissing an employee because (s)he is summoned for jury service. Upon completion of cross-examination, the plaintiffs attorney or district attorney may, on redirect examination, clarify statements previously made by the witness. These are called "compensatory damages." Should the judge order sequestration, you have to spend the night away from your family. The court may require alternate jurors to serve who shall have the same qualifications, be subject to the same examination, take the same oath, and have the same functions and powers as regular jurors. Box 6137 Talladega, AL 35160 Phone: (256) 761-2103 Fax: (256) 480-5291 Email: brian.york@alacourt.gov Montgomery County Court is located downtown Montgomery, in the Montgomery County Courthouse, at 251 South Lawrence Street. Will my expense allowance be deducted from my salary? Jurors are NOT allowed to bring their cell phones into the court house. In most employment situations, "full time" means 40 hours a week. Park in the deck at Scott and Lawrence Streets. A prospective juror may be considered for exemption if they are: You may also show some other reason that serving as a juror will cause a deal of hardship or inconvenience. Most trial court information may be obtained through www.alacourt.gov using the link "Just One Look" for On-Demand access to Alabama State Trial Court Records. A jury of 12 people will be selected in the courtroom. Juror note-taking or the use of any notes will be determined by the judge. The sheriff, as an elected official, is the countys chief law enforcement officer. The "defendant" is the party being sued. The court reporter records a word-for-word account of all court testimony and proceedings, and, in the event of an appeal and upon request of one or both of the parties, will transcribe the record into a written transcript. Your employer cannot make you work and is required to pay you first shift wages if you are full-time. Lawrence County - Thirty-Sixth Circuit Court of Alabama Appellee's Designation of Clerks Record. After the opening statements from both sides, the plaintiffs or states case is presented in the form of evidence. Note: The Attorney General in Georgia has concluded that it is unlawful for an employer in Georgia to fire an employee working in Georgia because the employee was absent from his/her employment for the purpose of serving as a juror in Alabama. No fingernail files that are 3 inches in length or longer; no scissors of any type or length. The Human Resources Division of the Administrative Office of Courts in Alabama provides a full range of human resources services to the judicial branch of government. Montgomery, Al. A prospective juror is asked questions to determine whether he/she has knowledge of or has an interest in the case to be tried. . A trial cannot begin or continue unless all jurors are present. You have completed your jury duty service. Parking is limited around the courthouse. Elmore County - Nineteenth Circuit Court of Alabama If you have received a jury summons, you should register online at https://juror.alacourt.gov immediately. To register for E-notices as a Pro Se go to https://alafile.alacourt.gov and click on Register. An 18 member grand jury may be impaneled to hear evidence and to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to formally charge the defendant with committing a crime and to require an accused to stand trial. endobj 13 0 obj Baldwin County - Twenty-Eighth Circuit Court of Alabama xXMo6Q{EwggnuwecP)y38~rIaN$'W\(_++gL`4Ls\eiqkbVb/ot.M7xynjo{|nYbw 'J=q:s&!RTs.|KW. Jury Duty Juror FAQ Juror Responsibilities Trial Participants Sequence of Events Prohibited Items Thank You for Your Jury Service A Juror must not research the case through broadcast and newspaper accounts. You are obligated to perform this service honestly and conscientiously, without fear or favor. For your convenience, the forms may be saved to your computer and used without accessing the internet. Additional legal information and forms are available at www.alacourt.gov. 165 Fifth Avenue, Suite 100 Ashville, AL 35953 1815 Cogswell Avenue Pell City, AL 35125. Alabama's Unified Judicial System is one of the oldest in the nation. Courts in St. Clair County maintain records on everything that occurs during the legal process for future reference, including appeals. endobj In most criminal cases on which you may be asked to serve, the crime with which the defendant is charged will be a "felony." Please pay attention to your Panel Number, Time, and the Comments down below For any additional questions or concerns please call 334-832-2531. It will be at the discretion of the court that summoned you whether to accept or deny your excuse. Pay traffic tickets or district criminal case fines online. Can my employer require me to use annual, vacation or sick leave for jury service? Cullman County - Thirty-Second Circuit Court of Alabama <> As a citizen of St. Clair County, you have been chosen to serve in the role of juror. To do so would subject the employer to civil liability. This website provides information on the judges, courts, filing fees, juror information and other pertinent information about the Mobile County courts. A petit jury is generally composed of 12 people impaneled to try a criminal or civil case. basic eligibility requirements for jury duty in AL, your employer is not allowed to penalize you for missing work for jury duty, will be an actively engaged full time teacher at the time of jury service, have active care of an infirm or aged individual whose safety or health would be jeopardized by your absence. However, you are not authorized to receive an expense and mileage allowance if you are notified in advance that your services are not needed for that day, or if you report only to be excused. Thank you for serving! Identification BadgesJurors will be issued Juror badges if selected for the trial. No. endobj These are called "compensatory damages." Direct examination discloses points important to the case. Not have been convicted of a crime involving "moral turpitude" (a crime which violates accepted standards of the community, including crimes involving dishonesty) which resulted in the suspension of a person's right to vote. Alabama law does not govern employers of other states. endobj No qualified prospective juror is exempt from jury service. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 13 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S>> By law ( 12-16-62. Every person that serves on a jury will be issued a check for each day of . After check in, the judge will ask general questions to determine whether you are qualified to serve as a juror. Opening statements are not evidence but are only explanations of what each side expects the evidence to prove. Certificat d'achvement du Programme de sensibilisation l'gard du All other panels, your Jury service has been completed. The St. Clair County Courthouse is located at 100 6th Avenue North, Ashville, AL 35953. PDF JURY DUTY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What Should I Do If - alacourt.gov Government Plaza | 205 Government Street, Suite 913 | Mobile, AL 36644-2913, Phone: (251) 574-8511 | Fax: (251) 574-8796 | Hours: 8:00 am 5:00 pm, M - F, Copyright 2020 Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. I will NEVER call you and ask for Social Security numbers, credit card numbers or other sensitive information. Therefore, simply having a job isn't in itself enough to be excused from jury duty. As a citizen of St. Clair County, you have been chosen to serve in the role of juror. The judge conducts the trial, rules on questions of law raised by the attorneys, and, at the close of the trial, instructs the jury on the law that applies to the case. After reaching a verdict, the foreman records the verdict and calls for the bailiff to escort the jury to the courtroom. Being struck does not reflect on a jurors honesty or intelligence. The questioning of a prospective juror is called a "voir dire examination" and may be conducted by the judge and attorneys. Talladega County Circuit Clerk's Office 148 East St. N P.O. The website is located at https://judicial.alabama.gov, 300 Dexter Ave. Yes. Contact your doctor/medical care provider and request a medical excuse stating you are not physically and/or mentally able to serve as a Alabama has a list of specific excuses that can be used to be exempt from reporting for jury duty, including excuses for military, elected official, breastfeeding, age, police, firefighter and disability. The courts business manager is the circuit clerk. St. Clair-Ashville: All Divisions St. Clair County Courthouse 100 6th Avenue, Courthouse Square, Suite 400 Ashville, AL 35953 (205) 594-2184 St. Clair-Pell City: All Divisions District Court of St. Clair 1815 Cogswell Ave., Suite 217 Pell City, AL 35125 (205) 338-2511 Sumter County: All Divisions A juror may not listen to radio or television accounts concerning the trial, or read articles about the trial. We will gladly assist you in correcting any misunderstanding. Who is eligible for jury duty?Jurors must: You cannot serve on a jury if you have been convicted of a felony and your civil rights have not been restored. However, if allowed, juror may not use his/her own notes to sway other jurors. We now have some general jury information available online about parking, juror pay, work related questions, and more. However, some courts may excuse you if serving on a jury and missing work would cause undue hardship to either yourself or your employer. What can I expect when I report to the courthouse for jury service? You must apply the law given by the judge to the facts given during the trial to make a decision in a case. endobj Can I be excused from or postpone service? On behalf of HonorableJ. Clark Stankoski, Presiding Circuit Judge, Honorable Jody W. Bishop, Honorable C. Joseph Norton, Honorable Carmen Bosch, and Honorable Scott P. Taylor,Circuit Judges and Brenda Ganey,Circuit Clerk, we welcome everyone that has been chosen for jury service. No smoking is allowed inside the building and no weapons of any kind will be allowed. In criminal cases, the state is the prosecutor, while the defendant is the person charged with committing the crime. This saves jurors an unnecessary trip to the courthouse. The Thirteenth Judicial Circuit for the State of Alabama consists of Mobile County's state courts. This presentation is intended to prove the claims made. PDF JUDICIAL CIRCUITS OF ALABAMA - alacourt.gov Instructions to the Jury: At the close of all the evidence, the judge will read the instructions to the the jury, explaining the law and other considerations in the case. 2 0 obj Be sure to include your name as it appears on your summons and provide us with your current phone number. You have completed your jury duty service! In Alabama, jurors are not "paid" for their service, however, jurors are given an expense allowance of $10.00 per day and $.05 per mile for each day's round trip mileage (Please Note: the state only allows for one trip to the courthouse and the trip home each day.) endobj Your summons will indicate which courtroom you are assigned to. In most criminal cases on which you may be asked to serve, the crime with which the defendant is charged will be a "felony." Every person that serves will be issued a check for each day of service and be given a certificate of service for your employer. When to ReportThe Jury Line will instruct jurors as to what time to report. After reaching a verdict, the foreperson records the verdict and calls for the court attendant (or bailiff) to escort the jury to the courtroom. ChallengesDuring voir dire the lawyers may ask the judge to excuse a juror from sitting on the case. Also, the temperature fluctuates greatly in our old courthouse, so you may want to bring a jacket. Delays result for many reasons: settlement or plea negotiations, record checking, points of law, etc. The court will not reimburse you for parking citations. The Attorney General of Alabama has concluded that the phrase "full-time employee" includes an employee who is paid hourly wages as well as a salaried employee. Should you receive another summons in the future and you are still having medical problems, you would need to submit another request to be excused.) Attorneys represent and advise the parties on the law and all aspects of the trial. However, after the trial has concluded, a juror may discuss the case with anyone, but the juror is not obligated to do so. They are employed by the parties or, if a defendant is indigent and unable to pay for an attorney in his/her criminal case, an attorney will be appointed by the court at state expense. You should register online prior to reporting. Alabama Administrative Office of Courts - alacourt.gov endobj A person who knows a fact which could materially affect the case should not serve as a juror. 11 0 obj What is my duty as a juror?As a juror, you must be fair and impartial. For example, the case may involve driving under the influence of alcohol. The Alabama Central Disbursement Division (ACDD) is a newly created division that was established as a result of federal and state law, known as the Welfare Reform Act of 1996. 8/15/2011. E-Forms - Alabama Administrative Office of Courts Per Section 12-16-82 Code of Alabama: "If any person summoned as a grand or petit juror shall fail to obey such summons without good excuse, to be determined by the court, he or she shall be deemed guilty of a contempt of court; and, if no sufficient excuse is rendered for him or her at the time of his or her default, an order shall be entered for him or her to show cause why he or she shall not be adjudged guilty of contempt and punished accordingly; and, if he shall fail at the next session after the service of such notice to render such excuse, he or she shall be fined by the court not more than three hundred dollars ($300) and may be imprisoned in the county jail for not more than 10 days. (This includes the evening after jury service is concluded.). This process is called "voir dire", a phrase meaning "to speak the truth". Do not give out such information over the phone to anyone who calls you claiming to be with the judicial system. The judge, attorneys, parties, witnesses, and jurors are all direct participants in the courtroom proceedings. <> There are magazines in the jury lounge to read, or you may want to bring a book. E-Forms - Alabama Administrative Office of Courts Welcome to E-Forms The following forms are available in portable document format (PDF) for the public and other users of the AOC website. Be able to communicate in the English language. Not necessarily. Parking is available around the courthouse. For each required service day, you are entitled to be paid by the circuit clerk or court administrator an expense allowance of $10.00 plus a mileage allowance of $.05 for each mile traveled in going to and returning from court to your residence. Jury Information. endobj Remember - A Jury Selection Summons Doesn't Mean You'll Be On A Jury. A Civil case is an action between parties seeking an impartial settlement of a dispute. Contact the Court Administrator's office by telephone or email. Please be assured that without your service the judicial system could not operate efficiently. You should arrive in time to be checked in. We schedule a term of Civil, a term of Criminal and a term of Grand Jury in the Spring and in the Fall of each year. A jury trial involves many people, directly or indirectly. The Circuit Clerk will go over what you can expect to experience during your time of jury service. JURORS: Please review the Juror FAQ to find answers to questions about how the Mobile County courts intend to handle jury assembly and trials during the Covid-19 pandemic. If I work 2nd or 3rd shift, do I still have to go work? 15 0 obj St. Clair County Court Records are public records, documents, files, and transcripts associated with court cases and court dockets available in St. Clair County, Alabama. Copyright 2017 Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. The judges charge to the jury follows closing arguments. Upon completion of a voir dire examination, each attorney may strike the names of jurors from the list of prospective jurors until only 12 names remain. Usage is subject to our Terms and Privacy Policy. <> 2023 <> An Alabama jury may be excused from jury service due to advanced age, at their request, if they are over age 70. The charge instructs the jury on the issues to be decided and the rules of law that apply to the case. PS-01. The notices are mailed from Montgomery and the Clerk receives a list from the Administrative Office of Courts in Montgomery. ", Jurors are randomly selected by computer and the summonses are mailed from Montgomery. Request for Contempt Hearing. Jurors will be excused only upon a demonstration of undue hardship or extreme inconvenience or for other reasons provided by law. No knives, or anything that is sharp, pointed or edged including knitting needles. ", Per Section 12-16-8(b) Code of Alabama: "An employee may not be required or requested to use annual, vacation, unpaid leave, or sick leave for time spent responding to a summons for jury duty, time spent participating in the jury selection process, or for time spent actually serving on a jury. Justice ultimately depends in large measure on the jurors who serve in our courts. Should an illness of a family member or a personal emergency arise, immediately inform the judge or other court official and explain the situation. You will need to call Lisa Burdette at (334) 864-4348and give your updated address and phone number to be taken off of the list for that week. If the jury cannot reach a verdict, referred to as "deadlock," a mistrial must be declared and a new jury empaneled to try the case over. Employers are prohibited by law 12-16-8.1) from firing an employee for serving as a juror. Yes. Your check and certificate will be mailed to you the end of next week. 6/6/2005. A witness may testify as an expert based on professional experience. Closing arguments are not evidence but are the attorneys summaries of the evidence presented during the trial. These are called "punitive damages." Section 12-16-8(c), Code of Alabama 1975, specifically provides that a "full time employee" is entitled to their usual wages during jury service. Witnesses present testimony under oath regarding what they have seen or know about the facts in the case.

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