However, serving as a juror is your civic duty, and skipping jury duty can lead to serious consequences, such as being held in contempt of court, fines, and jail time. But what if the summons asks you to appear when you are on vacation or you are a caregiver for young children?
What if I Can’t Make the Scheduled Time?
When you receive your jury duty summons, the court gives you a date to appear. They give you a phone number or website, so you can check for exact instructions and reporting time.
