Jury Selection Process in New Jersey

What source(s)/records are used to create a list of potential jurors?

• Division of Taxation,

• Motor Vehicle Commission

• Board of Elections.

• all of the above

People older than _________ may be excused from jury service due to their age

• 18

• 50

• 65

• 75

What is the minimum age to serve on a jury in NJ?

• 18

• 21

• 25

• 22

Is US citizenship is required to qualify for jury service?

• Yes

• No

How many peremptory challenges does each side get in a CIVIL action?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Jury selection must take place:

• in open court

• in private

• it is up to the judge

• it is up to the defendant

What must a prospective juror provide to verify a medical inability to serve?

• A note from a family member

• A medical exam by the court's doctor

• Verification from a licensed physician

• A personal declaration

Mr. Jones served on a jury in his county in January of 2024. He receives a jury notice again in January of 2025. Which is true?

• He must serve again no matter how long ago he last served

• He only has to serve once every 2 years

• He never has to serve again because of his 2024 service

• An excuse will be granted if the prospective juror has served as a juror within the last three years in the county to which the juror is being summoned;

Which disqualifies someone from serving on a jury?

• an arrest

• a conviction for a DP

• A conviction for an indictable offense

• Nothing. Anyone can serve regardless of criminal history

Which type of school staff member might be excused from jury duty during the school term due to a severe hardship? See page E 7

• Part-time staff

• Full-time instructional staff

• Substitute teachers

• Administrative staff