I was just reading the recent post regarding Jury service which prompted me to think who is exempt from jury service?
What about famous people could a famous footballer or pop star realistically be expected to serve?
Oprah Winfrey just had to serve on jury duty- I don't know if it was because she wanted to or if she had to but I have seen different stars in magazines having to do their civic duty just like us common folk
As far as I am aware, the following are exempt:
Police, Prison Officers, Defence Forces
Solicitors or others involved with the administration of law
Menatlly or Physically incapacitated.
In the newspapers today..Harrison Ford was exempted after a few days of a dull case because he cited conflict of interest as MGM studios were one of the sides in the case.
I have a facial scar and sent back the exemption form stating I do not like being in crowds. I got an exemption.
You can also get a exemption if you have learning difficulties or concentration/memory problems
SimonC is unfortunately not exempt, and neither am I.
Certain professions used to be exempt as he/she suggests, but it's up to the judge now. This country continues to pander to the state more than the individual!