People 80 and older can get a permanent jury excuse without a doctor's note
A person 80 or older with a medical impairment may be permanently excused from jury service by sending the jury commissioner a written statement, without a letter from a health care provider. The court must grant the excuse once the statement is received.
Who it affects
Californians 80 and older called for jury duty
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027; the changes described here start on January 1, 2028.
- : Signed into law
- : Law takes effect
- : The changes described here start to apply
Official text
California AB 1359: Jury service exemptions.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.