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Information for jurors in civil cases (Court of Session)
The information in the document below provides details of those who are not qualified, are disqualified or are ineligible for jury service. It is an offence for anyone to serve on a jury knowing that they are not qualified, disqualified or ineligible for jury service. It also gives details of those who can apply to the court for excusal as of right.
If you wish to apply for excusal on the basis of ill health or physical disability then you must enclose a medical certificate along with your application for excusal. This can normally be obtained free of charge from your GP, in terms of Article 5 of Schedule 3 and regulation 21 of The National Health Service (General Medical Services Contracts) (Scotland) Regulations 2004.
If you wish to apply for excusal due to another special reason, for example commitments at work, cancellation of which would cause abnormal inconvenience either to yourself or others, or holiday plans which would be difficult or expensive to rearrange, you should complete the relevant sections of application. You must also provide evidence of this, for example booking confirmation or letter from your employer.
Are you qualified for jury service in the Court of Session?
A guide to jury service in the Court of Session
The guide below is designed to provide jurors with helpful information relating to various aspects of jury service. For example, information which will be useful in preparing for jury service; what to expect at court; the role of the judge and the jury; how the trial will proceed as well as providing a glossary of terms.
A guide to jury service in the Court of Session
Expenses for Jury Service
The guide at the link below explains the allowances we can pay for attendance at court as a juror, including: travel, subsistence, loss of earnings/benefit, childminding/adult carer allowance. There are maximum amounts which can be claimed and these are detailed in the guide. Some information for employers can also be found here.
Guide to applying for expenses for jury service
Contact Information
If you have any queries relating to jury service you should contact the Court of Session.