Search results
A jury is a group of people who have been selected to observe a trial in a court of law. A jury may be called for either a criminal or civil trial, or a Coroner's inquest. Citizens of B.C. play a crucial role in the justice system by participating as jurors.
- Respond to a Summons
Respond to a jury summons. Last updated on May 5, 2022....
- Jury Selection
The jury selection hearing is held to select jury members...
- Exemption From Jury Duty
Exemption from jury duty. Last updated on January 11, 2023....
- Disqualifications
The B.C. Public Service acknowledges the territories of...
- Missing Work Due to Jury Duty
Under the Employment Standards Act, employers must give...
- Juror Self-Care
Jury duty is a vital, rewarding and meaningful public...
- French-speaking Jury Trials
Last updated on December 14, 2020. Francophone accused...
- During The Trial
Jury duty is a vital, rewarding and meaningful public...
- Respond to a Summons
May 5, 2022 · Respond to a jury summons. Last updated on May 5, 2022. Before responding to your summons, please read all the documents included in the summons package. We’re aware of a jury duty phishing scam. Please note BC Government staff would not threaten legal action or ask for your Social Insurance Number.
- Request An Exemption
- Find Out If An Exemption Was Granted
- If Your Exemption Is Denied
If you receive a jury summons and have a significant reason to request an exemption, you can do so using one of the following methods: 1. Online: Using the Court Services eResponse website. You will need to have your jury summons on hand to complete your online response. Supporting documentation for your request should be sent via email. 2. By mail...
Individuals 65+ who request to be exempt from jury duty will be automatically exempt. There is no sheriff discretion involved and you do not need to wait for a response from sheriffs – you are exempt. Other exemption requests are either granted or denied at the sheriffs’ discretion. Requesting an exemption does not mean you are exempt. The BC Sheri...
If your exemption request is denied by sheriffs, you must attend jury selection on the date and time indicated on the summons. At the jury selection hearing you will have an opportunity to ask the judge for an exemption. See the jury selection sectionfor more information on how to do so. Depending on the reason for your request, the judge will deci...
Please visit the BC Government’s Jury Duty Webpage for detailed instructions on how to respond to your jury summons including disqualifications, exemptions and what to expect on jury selection day. Important Information to Note Prior to Responding in eResponse.
The document that informs a person that they have been selected for jury duty is called the “jury summons”. Jury summons can be received by mail, e-mail, or personal delivery by the sheriff. The jury summons will say what date and time a potential juror is required to appear at the courthouse.
The Criminal Code also states the requirements for selecting criminal juries. Jurors must be Canadian citizens, residents of British Columbia, the age of majority (at least 19 years old), and they must be able to speak, understand, and read the language that the trial is being conducted in.
People also ask
How are jurors selected in BC?
What is a jury in BC?
How do I respond to a jury summons in BC?
Can a British Columbian be a juror if he speaks French?
eResponse. Step 1: Enter your panellist I.D. number located in the top left corner of your summons. Step 2: Enter your postal code as noted on the summons sent to you. Note: You must agree to the declaration in order to log in.
