Riverside, CA asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California

Q: Why wouldn't I be able to sue the government for forcing jury duty on myself and others?

Suing for emotional distress, physical ailments caused by distress, duress and asking for my medical records after denying my appeal.

2 Lawyer Answers
Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL

A: Because the courts already ruled that you can't

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Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
Answered
  • Civil Rights Lawyer
  • Jess Ranch, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Jury service is the one thing citizens get to participate in which sets the foundation for acceptable behavior in your community. As a citizen, we are called upon from time to time to do our civic duty to our community. You should be asking yourself how can I be of service to your community, rather than looking for ways to sue because you were tasked with performing the civic duty which is your right and obligation as a citizen of this great country. As a citizen, it is not only a right you possess but also a duty you owe as a citizen to participate by serving on a jury when called upon.

You cannot sue because you were inconvenienced when asked by your government to perform your duty as a citizen.

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