There is still a chance that when you check your mail you may see a summons for jury duty. Now, due to the Coronavirus, it is legal to ignore this summons.
The Connecticut Judicial Branch posted a message this week explaining what to do with jury duty summons.
“Notwithstanding the fact that our jury system still sends out jury summonses, all jury service is suspended until further notice. If you have been summoned for jury duty, please be advised that your service has been cancelled and that you should not report.”
Important Notice: There are several jury-related scams sweeping the country and some have come to Connecticut. These scams can come as phone calls or e-mails. Jury Administration does not initiate phone calls or e-mails. Please do not respond to these communications. You may telephone Jury Administration if you have any questions at 1-800-842-8175.
The Connecticut Judicial Branch has developed this webpage to help you navigate the many changes the Branch has implemented, as a result of COVID-19. The page is updated as changes occur.You can visit the page here.
People are still being charged with criminal activity and need a criminal attorney, but the trial by jury will be delayed as long as needed.