Jury Information

On behalf of the Marion County Circuit Court, I would like to thank you for your willingness to serve as a juror. You are making it possible for our courts to provide each citizen with a trial by jury, a constitutional right that we would be unable to provide without your services.

We hope you find this website will help you understand the things that happen during a trial and know what is expected of you. It is hoped that this information will make you better able to do your part in administering justice.

On the first day of jury service the Court will qualify you generally for jury services.

In each case on which you act as a juror, the judge will give you instructions applicable to that case. The information on this website is not intended to take the place of and must not encroach on those instructions.

When a jury is selected and if you were not a member of that jury you may be released. You will be expected to return as instructed by the Judge.

State law sets jury fee. For each day you serve you will be paid the regular jury fee of $10.00 plus travel expense of $.05 per mile.

I want to assure you that my staff and I and everyone associated with the courts will do everything within our power to make your service as pleasant as possible. We hope your service is both rewarding and educational.

Many employers require proof that you were summoned to report as a juror. Excuses may be obtained from the Clerk’s Office and one will also be mailed to you with your check.

I’ve Been Summoned for Jury Service

1. If I am unable to serve on jury duty, whom do I call?
   Jury duty may be inconvenient, but no one is excused unless jury duty would present an undue hardship, extreme inconvenience, or be required by public necessity. You may contact the Clerk’s Office at 205-921-7451 or Circuit Judge Daryl Burt’s Office at 205-921-2200. Please call between the hours of 8:00a.m. and 4:30pm, Monday thru Friday, at least one week prior to the date you are to report.
2. Where do I park?
   Parking is provided for you in the Small City Parking Lot behind Mac's Mini Mart at the intersection of 1^st street SW and 2^nd Street SW. There is some parking around the courthouse, however, parking here is extremely limited, and available on a first come basis.
3. What time do I have to arrive at the Courthouse Monday morning?
   You will need to arrive at the time stated on your jury summons. The courthouse doors do not open to the public until 8:00am. You will be able to enter the courthouse through the west door on the first floor. You will go through security so please allow yourself extra time.
4. Where do I report?
   You will need to report to the second floor of the courthouse. Please bring your jury summons with you and have the information on the card completed. You will be directed to the courtroom, where you will begin the qualification process.
5. Concessions
   There is a snack machine and two drink machines located on the first floor next to the elevator. A water fountain is located on the first floor.
6. Restrooms
   Restrooms are located on the 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd floor.

General Information
(Location of Offices)

Circuit Clerk’s Office - Denise Mixon Circuit Clerk, 2^nd Floor

Jury Venire Room - 2^nd Floor

Circuit Judge - Judge Lee Carter, 2^nd Floor

District Judge - Judge Mark Hammitte, 2^nd Floor

Circuit Judge - Judge Daryl Burt, 3^rd Floor