Jury Duty in California?

Question

My mom has a friend who, without notice or being excused, has been skipping jury duty for years. She said she has never been punished in any way, or even contacted by the court. In disbelief my mom asked my cousin who is a county prosecutor in California and she confirmed that nothing will happen if you just do not show up for jury duty. Is this true? Please only answer if you know for sure. Thank you.

Answer 1

I don't know what county your cousin works for, but in MY county people who fail to respond to jury summons have been charged with and punished for contempt of court.  I don't recommend ignoring such legal obligations.

Answer 2

If she just doesnt go, she will have an arrest warrant issued.  This is such a stupd thing that they do but its not that big of a deal to go to jury duty.  I would advise her to go though cuz jail would suck for just not showing up.  However, she can get out of it if she has a liable excuse.  Like if she was pragnent and in labor or had a life threatening illness lol

Answer 3

In some states you can have a warrant put out for your arrest for not showing up for jury duty.

Answer 4

California is an extension of Mexico.  Ask the government in Mexico city.