Jury duty is a profound responsibility.
It must be taken seriously. While many people groan at the prospect of being selected for jury duty, it is in truth one of the most important roles you will ever play as an American citizen. In criminal cases, your decision impacts the freedom of another human. This responsibility can’t be underestimated, Menaker says.
“Being called to serve may not always be pleasant or convenient, but it is an important part of the democratic process, and all jurors should take their roles as seriously as they would treat it if they themselves were on trial,” says Menaker.
