IF you actually drive to the courthouse (whether you get a case or not) you'll be excused for at least a year. IF you just call in each day and don't end up having to go to the courthouse, they can call you sooner than a year.
As matter of fact I reported in June of 2009 and received another summons a couple weeks ago. I just called in and turns out I DO have to report on Tuesday (Monday is Columbus Day and courts are closed). I don't have to report until 12:15 p.m.
That tells me that (and I'm only guessing) chances are better I won't get a case. It's a short week, courts close on Friday for jury duty, plus since I am reporting in the afternoon and not morning, I think they just need a few more "possibles" for current jury selections. I could be wrong, but that's what I guess
Oh, and FWIW, I don't know about your areas, but I requested a courthouse right by my home instead of the larger courthouse which is about 15 miles or so. I e-mailed the courts and the last 3 times they've agreed to let me report there. It's like a 5/10 minute drive.
TIS
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