Juror Appreciation Month
How was your Juror Appreciation Month? It was in September, but don’t fret if it wasn’t on your calendar; Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Abrahamson only initiated it in 2008. There are no parades to attend, no feasts to prepare, but it’s a reminder of the important right to a jury trial. A right the Chief describes as, “a fundamental component of American and Wisconsin justice systems.”
Most attorneys thank jurors for their service when we are in front of a jury in court. But sometimes jurors report to the court house and don’t even see the inside of the courtroom. Either way, reporting for jury duty is an important part of our court system that serves every citizen in our community in some way. If you fail to report, the court may fine you or find you in contempt. Avoid that trouble and report for jury duty, which is often an interesting experience.
And we really should say thank you more often. So, thank you! Every month should be Juror Appreciation Month, especially if we decide to have a feast to celebrate. – Jennifer A. Moeller
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October 10, 2009 3:22 am
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