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ChUNkyTheKitty t1_jbruj40 wrote

I have in Pittsburgh. they won’t make you do it if you have a compelling reason that you can’t (even beyond the questions they’ll ask at the selection process). I will say it was one of the most interesting experiences I’ve ever been a part of. And it is for 18 months but it can and usually is stretched out into 24 months.

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pmizzle88 OP t1_jbsr4ev wrote

Yeah, it does seem really interesting and most internet responses from people that have done it seem to really enjoy the experience. If I didn’t have the unique situations I’m in, I think I would largely welcome it. Law has always interested me and it seems like sitting on a grand jury might be pretty neat.

I just don’t like how it is for so long. I don’t see how they can make you commit up to two years of your life and there is nothing you can do about it, especially when regular jury duty is so light in comparison. Seems like more of a punishment

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ChUNkyTheKitty t1_jbtav9v wrote

I get that A lot of people aren't able to participate from the selection process. It's life. You're doing what's best for you. I respect that.

And if you were asking for fed GJ. That's not me.

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