JURY REPORTING IS ADMINISTERED BY THE FRANKLIN COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE

Jury Service in Franklin County

Jury service is an essential element of our American judicial system. Trial by jury is provided as a constitutional right. Jury service is one of the privileges of citizenship in the United States. Jurors do not need any special skills or legal knowledge. You do, however, need to be able to set aside personal feelings and biases and be willing to keep an open mind before making a decision. A fair and impartial trial and the rendition of a just verdict depend upon the combined efforts of the jurors, the judge, and the lawyers.

There are three levels of jurisdiction in Franklin County; District Court, Municipal Court and Superior Court. The Courts start new juries each Monday and Wednesday. Please phone (509) 546-5803 every Friday evening after 5:30 p.m. to find out if you are to report. A recording will announce what groups are required to report. If your group number is not called to report for Monday, call Tuesday evening to see if your Group Number is called to report on Wednesday. You will be advised of the length of the trial by the judge when you report to court for jury selection.