DISCRETIONARY EXCUSALS

• The court has a discretion when it comes to excusing and delaying jury duty.
• Reasons for excusals or delays could be:

  • An appointment
  • Having to sit an exam
  • Being aged over 70
  • Not being physically fit
  • Booked holidays
• Members of the force - A special rule is applied to serving members of the force. If their commanding officer certifies that jury duty will affect their job, they are excused