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Washington (Tenth District)

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Washington (Tenth District)

Washington County District Court
Washington County Govt Center
14949 62nd Street N, Box 3802
Stillwater, MN 55082-9874
Phone:  (651) 413-8134
Fax: (651) 430-6300

Washington County District Court has implemented two significant improvements to jury service, effective Monday, August 24, 2009.  The court implemented a phone-in system for person summoned to appear for jury service.  In addition, summoned jurors will now be able to complete the required Qualification Questionnaire via the internet.

Prospective jurors are assigned a Group Number on their summons and instructed to call the court’s Juror Information Number (651) 413-8029 at various times throughout their term of service to find out if, when, and how they need to report for a trial.  If jurors are called to the courthouse, they are given a short orientation regarding service and then sent directly to a courtroom for jury selection. The time spent waiting will be greatly reduced.

Jurors are randomly selected from a list of licensed drivers, state identification card holders and registered voters residing in your county.

SUMMONED JURORS - DIRECTIONS AND INFORMATION


Mandatory

Jurors are to call the Juror Information Number at (651) 413-8029 after 4:30 p.m. Friday prior to the start date on your term and follow the instructions given for your group number.  Do not report UNLESS you are instructed to do so by the phone-in-system.


Length of Service

You are on call for 2 weeks. If you are serving on a trial that lasts longer, you will be required to serve until the trial concludes.


Phone in Procedure

You are required to call the Juror Information Number (651) 413-8029 after 4:30 p.m. on the Friday before your term begins, follow the instructions given for your Group Number. You will receive information for your Group Number, located on the top right hand side of your jury summons.  This is a three-digit number you will use during your jury service.


Juror Hours

Normal hours for jurors are Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Lunch break is on your own unless you are deliberating on a case. Jurors brought in to begin new cases will be required to stay at the courthouse throughout the day or until juries have been selected for all cases scheduled. Court personnel will keep you informed of the schedule. Once on a jury the Judge determines the schedule.


Where to Report

Stillwater Courthouse 14949 62nd Street North in Stillwater, MN 55082.  Only report when directed to by the phone-in system (651) 413-8029. You will be required to pass through a metal detection device. You may not bring snacks and beverages through the metal detector. You may bring in an empty plastic container to fill later.


Courtroom Decorum

Casual or comfortable dress is acceptable. Hats are not allowed. There is no talking, chewing gum, or reading of newspapers, books or magazines in the courtroom. You may bring in personal electronics to use while waiting in the Jury Assembly Room only, these items will not be allowed in the Courtroom or Deliberation rooms. The Jury Assembly Room has free lockers available for your use. Jurors should place their valuables in a locker or leave them in their vehicle. 


What to Expect

On reporting day, you will receive an orientation explaining the jury process. The average jury trial in Washington County is 2-3 days in length. 


Building Access

Washington County has several security measures in place that restrict access to the Government Center and County Courthouse by visitors and jurors. Due to these restrictions, you will have access to these buildings only through the visitor entrances from the Public Parking Lot. All other doors are locked and require entry by electronic key.


Parking

The Public Parking Lot is designated for visitors and jurors at the Government Center and County Courthouse. Parking is also permitted on the street with the exception of areas posted as no parking. Handicapped parking spaces are also available. Applicable handicap permit must be displayed. Please do not park in areas identified as "Permit Parking". Parking is limited and it is recommended you arrive early to ensure a parking space. Other parking lots on the north side of the building are designated as employee and LEC visitor parking only.  All parking is free.


Snacks and Beverages

Are allowed in the jury waiting room only.  You may not bring snacks and beverages through the metal detector. You may bring in an empty plastic container to fill at a later time.  There are vending machines with beverages and snacks across the hall from the Jury Assembly Room.


Payment and Mileage Reimbursement

Reimbursement for jury service is $20.00 per day, plus round trip mileage of $0.54 per mile from your residence. Please make sure to check your mileage to the Government Center on your date of service. You will be asked for this information when you check in.


Daycare Reimbursement

Jurors who are not employed outside the home may be reimbursed for daycare expenses that are incurred as a result of reporting for jury service. Jurors who are employed outside the home are not entitled to reimbursement for daycare expenses unless, as a result of jury service, those expenses are greater than normally incurred. Jurors may request reimbursement only for the amount not normally incurred. All requests for daycare reimbursement must be submitted to the court administrator’s office no later than ten business days after the last day of your term. Daycare Reimbursement Forms can be obtained at the Court Administrator’s office.  


Postponement Information

You may request a one-time postponement up to nine months by completing the questionnaire manually or online and provide an alternate date. Requests to postpone within 10 days of jury service must be made in writing with an explanation and an alternate date that you are able to serve. Send requests to:

Washington County Court Administration
Attn: Jury Office  
14949 62nd Street North
Stillwater, MN 55082

No Longer a Resident of Washington County

If you received a questionnaire and you are no longer a resident of Washington County you must indicate your current address on the questionnaire and return it in the envelope provided to Court Administration. Upon receipt of your questionnaire and verification that you are no longer a Washington County resident, you will be excused. 


Additional Information

You will receive information on your responsibilities as a juror the first day you report for service.  If you have a disability and anticipate needing an accommodation, please contact the Jury Office at (651) 413-8134.

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