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Clerk of Courts - Jury Duty

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  • Jurors are randomly selected from the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles driver's license and identification lists.

    • You must be a United States citizen
    • You must be a Chippewa County Resident
    • You must be at least 18 years of age
    • You have not been summoned for jury duty for at least 4 years
    • You must understand the English language
    • If convicted of a felony, your civil rights must be restored
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    • Jurors are paid $12.50 for half a day of service, $25 for a full day, and 51 cents per mile.
    • Once jury service is completed for the month, payment is processed by the Clerk of Courts Office and the Chippewa County Finance Department. Checks will be mailed to your home address.
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    • Notify your employer. Employers must grant employees a leave of absence for jury service per Wisconsin Statute 756.255
    • Call 715-726-7785 or 800-746-4439 or check the Juror website the night before the trial you are assigned to.
    • Report promptly at the time stated in the message.
    • Dress - avoid halter / tank tops, offensive slogans - no hats
    • Bring reading material if you wish. There is a break between orientation and the trial.
    • If you have special dietary needs, you may bring your own meal; otherwise, lunch will be provided.
    • Large bags, purses, and backpacks are subject to search.
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    • Requests must be in writing via letter or online juror services and received at least two weeks prior to your service. If granted, your service will be moved to a new week.
    • If you absolutely cannot serve these dates and would like a short deferral, please contact the Clerk of Court's office at 715-726-7758, ext. 7.
    • If any of the following apply at this time, please contact the Clerk of Court office by phone or by writing immediately:
      • You are no longer a Chippewa County resident,
      • You served on Jury Duty within the last 4 years, or
      • You are on probation or parole for a Felony.
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  • You will be notified by either text or email.

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    • Listen and observe
    • Be open-minded
    • Don't discuss the case
    • Report problems to the court
    • Watch the Juror Orientation Video
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