How long is the first day of Jury Duty usually?

Question

Good info so far, i was wondering if there was a possibility of leaving early or not. Thanks to all.

Answer 1

Passaic county NJ usually runs from 10 - 4 with an hour for lunch. So about 5 hours in the jury room. Not much different if you get on a trial. Judges don't work late usually.

Answer 2

It can vary depending on whether or not you get put on a case your first day.  It shouldn't be longer than 8 hours.

Edit:  It is possible, even likely that you will be able to leave early.  But I wouldn't count on it.  You are at the mercy of the courts and they don't always run real quick.

Answer 3

It all depends on the court system in your area.

Answer 4

Depends. You could be there one or two hours or all friggin' day.

Answer 5

Count on being there all day, it usually is that long.  and that way if you get out early, it will be a nice surprise.

Answer 6

they do whatever they want to do, i think. pays pretty good. hard to get that job. just sit and drink coffee and you don't have to lift a finger.

Answer 7

Ummmm....one day.

Answer 8

It depends on how many juries they need to find that day.  I've been called twice.  One time I was there for 3 hours, the other time I was there all day.