Free Republic 1st Qtr 2024 Fundraising Target: $81,000 Receipts & Pledges to-date: $58,647
72%  
Woo hoo!! And we're now over 72%!! Thank you everyone!! God bless.

Keyword: juryduty

Brevity: Headers | « Text »
  • VIDEO: Did Pauly Shore Serve on the Chauvin Trial Jury?

    04/21/2021 5:22:30 AM PDT · by PJ-Comix · 11 replies
    YouTube ^ | April 21, 2021 | DUmmie FUnnies
    VIDEOThere was a big debate among the Chauvin trial jurors. Eleven of them wanted wanted to wrap it up quickly during the deliberations. However, one juror wanted the deliberations to go on and on and on. This video explores if perhaps that was Pauly Shore performing jury duty.
  • Hampshire Juror to Take Newborn to Court After Defer Plea Denied

    04/14/2021 8:55:00 PM PDT · by nickcarraway · 23 replies
    A breastfeeding new mum said she has no choice but to take her eight week old baby to court - after her request to defer jury duty was denied. Zoe Stacey, 36, was told giving birth to baby William just two months ago is not an excuse not to sit on a jury. She attempted to appeal and change the dates - but was told she’ll be expected to turn up to Winchester Crown Court next month. Full-time mum Zoe said she’s still breastfeeding - so will have no choice but to bring baby William into the jury box. She...
  • 11-Year-Old Boy Scout Summoned For Jury Duty

    02/22/2018 10:51:12 AM PST · by nickcarraway · 40 replies
    CBS Phillly ^ | February 20, 2018 | Joe Holden
    One Pennsylvania resident has been called to perform his civic duty a few years earlier than expected. “I got summoned to jury duty,” Luke says, with an unmistakable curiosity. “I’m only 11, so I didn’t think I’d ever get it.”Luke was ordered to show up at the Chester County Courthouse on March 28 for jury selection. Luke’s mom, Jeanette Fox, went online and later called the county to alert them about the error. The summons came with two pages of instructions and dress code recommendations, in addition to instructions that he bring a magazine to read — and even where...
  • Former president Obama called for jury duty in Chicago

    10/27/2017 10:24:14 PM PDT · by Olog-hai · 26 replies
    Associated Press ^ | Oct 27, 2017 10:19 PM EDT
    Former President Barack Obama has been called for jury duty in Chicago. Cook County Chief Judge Tim Evans on Friday told county commissioners during a budget hearing that Obama, who owns homes in Washington, D.C., and Chicago’s Kenwood neighborhood, will serve in November. He is registered to vote in Chicago. Evans says Obama’s safety will be “uppermost in our minds” when he serves. …
  • Obama Called For Jury Duty; Told Court 'Would Not Be Able To Serve'

    01/23/2010 6:02:22 PM PST · by Diana in Wisconsin · 34 replies · 1,318+ views
    Politics Daily/Woman Up ^ | January 23, 2010 | Lynn Sweet
    President Barack Obama was called to jury duty at a southwest suburban Chicago courthouse, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. But the White House said Saturday that the president notified the Cook County Circuit Court that "he would not be able to serve." Chicago Sun-Times columnist Michael Sneed reported that Obama's jury duty summons was sent to his home on the South Side of Chicago asking him to report on Monday at the county courthouse in the suburb of Bridgeview. The White House said the court was told weeks ago - no surprise - that Obama could not make it. This isn't...
  • Jury Summons (2) - vanity

    07/12/2017 6:51:31 AM PDT · by VastRWCon · 45 replies
    us mail | vanity
    Need some Freeper feedback. I received 2 Jury duty summons in the mail. One for US District Court (2 weeks) and another for my local county (1 week). My question is has anyone ever received 2 before. These are 3 weeks apart.
  • Taking A Dip In The Jury Pool

    03/14/2017 10:40:20 AM PDT · by blueunicorn6 · 70 replies
    Personal Experience | 3/14/2017 | blueunicorn6
    I recently had the opportunity to fulfill my civic duty. I gave Al Franken an Atomic Wedgie. No.....just kidding. Though I do think that every American should pull Al Franken's shorts over his head. I was called for jury duty. They sent me an engraved invitation with a veiled threat to kick my donkey if I didn't show up at the appointed time. The invitation said to wear "appropriate clothing", and I was going to the jury pool, so I tried to check in wearing my speedo and flip flops. Turns out there's some kind of dress code to try...
  • CALA: Cruz response to jury duty should be applauded

    01/14/2015 12:31:25 PM PST · by 2ndDivisionVet · 6 replies
    The Southeast Texas Record ^ | January 14, 2015 | Hazel Meaux
    Editor’s note: Sen. Ted Cruz returned to Harris County on Jan. 9 to respond to a jury summons. As a member of the Senate, Cruz could have gotten an exemption from service. Dear editor: Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) applauds Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) for answering the call for jury service. Despite being federally exempt from jury duty, Cruz took the time to show up and stress the importance of this bedrock civic duty. Unfortunately, not every citizen places such value on this civic duty. While nearly 90 percent of Texans believe serving on a jury is important, in some...
  • Bucking another trend, Ted Cruz reports to jury duty even though senators are exempt

    01/12/2015 1:53:45 PM PST · by 2ndDivisionVet · 29 replies
    Fox News Latino ^ | January 12, 2015 | Staff
    Sen. Ted Cruz could have gotten out of jury duty – as a member of Congress, he is exempt. But the Texas Republican known for his penchant for bucking trends showed up – in black cowboy boots, no less – for jury duty Friday, setting social media abuzz. Cruz, a lwayer, was among about 100 Harris County residents who were called to jury duty that day, according to the Houston Chronicle. His presence was noted by District Clerk Chris Daniel, who told the prospective jurors: "Whether you're new to the workforce or you may serve in Washington, one way or...
  • U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz appears for jury service, citing its importance to justice system

    01/10/2015 6:05:22 PM PST · by 2ndDivisionVet · 26 replies
    The Cypress Creek Mirror ^ | January 10, 2015
    HOUSTON – Like other visitors to the Harris County Jury Plaza, the prospective juror with neatly combed black hair emptied his pockets as he approached the metal detector, took off his belt, removed his boots and proceeded through in his white socks. But he wasn’t your average citizen come to perform his civic duty – it was Sen. Ted Cruz. “It is both a privilege and responsibility to serve on a jury. One of the best aspects of being an American is our right to trial by jury,” Sen. Cruz said. “When I received my jury summons, I was proud...
  • Sen. Ted Cruz Reports for Jury Duty

    01/09/2015 2:17:28 PM PST · by Timber Rattler · 39 replies
    ABC13.com ^ | January 9, 2015 | ABC13.com
    U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is reporting for jury duty in Houston. The Texas Republican reported in for his civic duty this morning at the Jury Assembly building in downtown Houston. He says this is the first time he's ever been summoned. "I'd actually never been called to jury duty before," Cruz said. "I got the summons and I was happy to come down and do my civic duty." Cruz encourages others to take the time in the future to attend jury duty. "I would certainly encourage everyone else when you get a jury summons to come down to participate," Cruz...
  • New Jersey Dog Receives Jury Duty Summons

    04/15/2014 7:25:35 PM PDT · by DogByte6RER · 32 replies
    Yahoo! News ^ | April 15, 2014 | Charlene Sakoda
    Dog receives jury duty summons Recently man’s best friend has been called upon to perform duties beyond simple unconditional love and loyalty. Earlier this week, there were reports thata canine in England was invited to vote in the upcoming European Parliament elections. Now, canine civic responsibility has hit the States. On Friday, a jury duty summons was sent to “IV Griner,” a New Jersey German Shepherd. As reported by WKYW CBS 3, the name on the summons is the same name that appears on the pooch’s vet record. IV’s owner, Barrett Griner told the station, “Nobody in my house is...
  • New mom faces ARREST because she took son she's breastfeeding to jury duty when there was no-one....

    10/20/2013 11:26:21 AM PDT · by moonshinner_09 · 131 replies
    dailymail.co.uk ^ | 19 October 2013 | DAILY MAIL REPORTER
    New mom faces ARREST because she took son she's breastfeeding to jury duty when there was no-one else to care for him. A Missouri woman is to face court this week for bringing her new born child to the courthouse for jury duty because she was breastfeeding. Laura Trickle, of Lee’s Summit, delivered her daughter Axel in March and was breastfeeding when she was called for jury duty in August. She asked to be exempt from appearing, as she was breastfeeding, but received notice that she must report to court to fullfill her civic obligation and serve jury duty, according...
  • State bill would allow non-citizens to serve as jurors

    04/25/2013 2:04:39 PM PDT · by rey · 44 replies
    Press Democrat/ASSOCIATED PRESS ^ | April 25, 2013 | JUDY LIN
    State bill would allow non-citizens to serve as jurors By JUDY LIN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 12:24 p.m. Last Modified: Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 12:24 p.m. SACRAMENTO — The state Assembly on Thursday passed a bill that would make California the first state in the nation to allow non-citizens who are in the country legally to serve on jury duty.
  • Your Next Jury Duty Should Ask For Proof That Federal Law Currently Exist

    03/17/2013 6:56:40 PM PDT · by Uncle Sham · 65 replies
    March 17, 2013 | Uncle Sham
    Jury duty is something we all are asked to serve at one time or another in our lives. In a just society, where the enforcement of law is critical to maintaining civility and order, jury duty is an honor. In an unjust society, where the enforcement of law is simply a charade, jury duty reduces those who are called upon to nothing more than actors and actresses helping to maintain the fraudulent facade of authenticity being put forth by the state.In my opinion, since it is evident that the Federal laws having to do with the eligibility of the President...
  • Jury foreman stole soft drinks belonging to aide of Congressman Richard Neal

    05/18/2012 4:28:36 PM PDT · by ConservativeStatement · 4 replies
    The Springfield (Mass.) Republican ^ | May 16, 2012 | Stephanie Barry
    SPRINGFIELD — The mystery of the missing Powerade at the federal courthouse wasn’t very mysterious for long.
  • Radio caller charged after bragging of avoiding jury duty

    03/22/2012 5:40:43 AM PDT · by nuconvert · 40 replies
    The lesson: if you’ve found a creative way to avoid jury duty, keep it to yourself. The Denver District Attorney has charged a 54-year-old woman with two felonies for allegedly acting mentally unstable in order to avoid jury duty after she shared her story on talk radio. Susan Cole faces charges of first degree perjury and attempting to influence a public servant. According to the arrest affidavit, an investigator with the DA’s Office was listening to the “Dave Logan Show” on 850 KOA radio on Oct. 11, 2011 when the hosts were taking calls on the topic of avoiding jury...
  • VANITY Religious Preference and the Municipal Court

    01/18/2012 6:28:57 PM PST · by KittenClaws · 9 replies
    Self | 1-18-2012 | KittenClaws
    I received a jury summons from the municipal court. (traffic tickets, dogs barking, all issues falling under local jurisdiction). Among the usual relevant questions on the form that MUST BE FILLED OUT, such as age, term and county of residence, former jury service, convictions, etc., was one that puzzled me. Actually, it puzzled me This Time, as I recall filling out the same form one or two other times and answering without pause. I was asked about my "religious preference". As a Christian, I am certainly not ashamed or fearful of proclaiming my love for Christ and I try to...
  • Why Palin Did Not Skip Out On Jury Duty and Arizona O4P Ground Report

    07/21/2011 5:44:20 PM PDT · by Anamnesis · 51 replies
    C4P ^ | Artgal
    On C4P, the following comment was posted on today's open thread. Artgal says: July 16, 2011 at 9:20 am About three weeks ago, the word came down through Arizona Organize For Palin that a screening of The Undefeated would take place in Phoenix. We literally had five days to get the word out – and we did. A handful of us activists immediately began inviting community leaders, activists, radio hosts, reporters, church leaders, etc. and in a matter of days, we packed the screening room. Last night, we learned that the 7:45 showing our group attended had sold out and...
  • Alaska Won’t Disclose If or When Sarah Palin Has Jury Duty (gee ABC!)

    06/23/2011 5:13:59 PM PDT · by Bigtigermike · 37 replies
    ABC News ^ | Thursday June 23, 2011 | Sheila Marikar
    How long can Sarah Palin claim that jury duty is keeping her from her cross-country bus tour? Indefinitely, in theory. The state of Alaska is not required to disclose if or when Palin (or any citizen, for that matter) has been called for jury duty. “Jury lists are confidential, regardless of who is on them,” a spokesperson for the Palmer courthouse, which presides over Palin’s hometown of Wasilla, told ABC News today.