Why do I have to come to Louisville if I don’t live there?
The United States District Court in Louisville draws names from 11
different counties to serve as jurors in the Louisville division.
How long will my term as a juror last?
Your term of service will be for 60 calendar days, unless otherwise
directed by the court.
Will I have to come in every day for 60 days?
NO. You should only appear if you receive a letter directing you to
report.
Do I call every night to find out if I must report the next day?
NO. You will be notified by mail seven (7) days in advance if you
are needed. The letter will contain instructions regarding when you
are to call.
When I do have to report, how long will I be there?
The length of time can vary. We usually operate within the normal
business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
How do I request to be excused?
Your request must be in writing and sent to the Jury Administrator.
If it is for medical reasons, please enclose a statement from your doctor.
- What if I have a doctor’s appointment or a planned vacation?
If you have a doctor’s appointment or a planned vacation you
must also notify the Jury Administrator as soon as possible in writing. You may send it in along with your juror information card.
What do I do if an emergency comes up?
You must notify our office as soon as possible. You may call and leave
a message if it is after hours.
When do I get paid for serving on jury duty?
Jury checks are processed every two weeks.
What if my employer gives me a hard time about jury duty?
Your employment is protected by law while you are serving as a juror.
You will be furnished a Certificate of Juror's Attendance to present
to your employer.
Does the Court have a web site?
Yes. You can visit us at www.kywd.uscourts.gov select Jury from the
menu.
