Jury Duty — Online Response
Civic & VotingRespond to a jury duty summons, request a postponement, or claim an exemption online for federal courts.
Difficulty Level
Easy — Most people can do this
Senior Tip
Many courts allow you to respond to jury duty online. If you're over a certain age (varies by state, often 70-75), you may be able to request a permanent exemption.
How to Get Started
Read your jury summons carefully
Your summons will include a URL and participant number for online response. Federal courts use eJuror (ejuror.uscourts.gov).
Go to the website on your summons
Each court has its own response system. Use the exact web address printed on your summons.
Enter your participant number
This unique number is on your summons. It connects your response to your case.
Complete the questionnaire
Answer questions about your availability. You can request a postponement or exemption here.
Common Tasks You Can Do Online
Respond to federal jury summons
ejuror.uscourts.gov > Enter participant number > Complete questionnaire
Request a postponement
Online response > Select "Request Postponement" > Choose new date
Claim an age exemption
Online response > Exemptions > Age (check your state's age threshold)
Claim a medical exemption
Online response > Exemptions > Medical > Attach doctor's note
Troubleshooting
Lost my jury summons▾
Call the court listed on the summons (if you remember) or your local federal/county courthouse clerk's office.
Can't serve due to health reasons▾
Request a medical exemption online and provide a doctor's note. Most courts grant medical exemptions readily.
Already served recently▾
You cannot be required to serve more than once in a 2-year period for federal courts. State rules vary.
Don't have internet access▾
You can respond by mail using the form included with your summons, or call the court clerk's office.
Accessibility & Phone Help
Contact the court clerk for accommodations. Courts must provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities, including hearing assistance and mobility access.
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Safety Reminder
Always check that the website address ends in .gov before entering personal information. Never share your Social Security number, Medicare number, or bank details in response to an unsolicited email, call, or text.