UPDATED INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE JURORS 

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WARNING: The California Superior Court, County of Santa Clara does not send jury summons through email, text or any other form of electronic communication. If you receive electronic communications stating you have been summoned for jury service and your personal information is requested, do not provide any information having to do with your social security number, date of birth, bank or credit card to anyone claiming to be an officer of the court or of the law.

Beginning January 1, 2020, individuals with criminal records that meet certain criteria are eligible to serve as a juror. In accordance with Senate Bill 310, which changes the eligibility and disqualification criteria listed in Section 203 of the Code of Civil Procedure, having a felony conviction on your criminal record does not disqualify you from jury service.

Jury Duty - An Honored Service

Welcome to the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. The right to a trial by jury is a privilege that applies to both criminal and civil cases and is recognized as the foundation of the American court system, guaranteed by both the United States and California Constitutions. Jury trials cannot be held unless people like you are willing to perform their civic duty. Jurors are essential to the administration of justice.

Our office hours to receive assistance with your jury service are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. However, you may be instructed to report and required to carry out your jury service Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you are selected as a prospective juror, your availability is required until you are excused from the jury selection process. Please arrange your schedule to be available for the week you are on standby. If you are selected as a sworn juror or as an alternate juror, you must serve for the duration of the trial, and will need to arrange your schedule accordingly.

Below you can find information about jury duty, including answers to Frequently Asked Questions about postponing jury service, time off from employment, and more.