Jury Service
If you received a notice stating that you have been selected as a potential juror for the upcoming calendar year, this means your name has been placed in the pool of eligible jurors for the year. For each trial requiring a jury, a group of names will be randomly selected from this pool and those individuals will be summoned to report for jury duty.
Being selected as a potential juror does not mean you will necessarily be called to serve. You will only receive further information from Circuit Court if you are selected for a particular trial. If you are selected for a trial, you will receive a Summons for Jury Duty at least one week before the scheduled trial date. The summons will provide the date, time, location, and other important information.
Juror Qualification Form
If you received a Juror Qualification Form, you are required to complete and return it within 14 days.* Please answer all questions completely and truthfully.
*If you are no longer a resident of Wells County, Indiana, please indicate that on the form.
Exemption from Jury Service
You may request an exemption if you have completed a term of jury service within the previous two (2) years or if you are seventy-five (75) years of age or older. Exemption requests can be submitted with your Juror Qualification Form (Claim of Exemption from Jury Service) or by filling out the form below.
Verified Request for Exemption of Jury DutyFrequently Asked Questions
I received a notice saying I was selected as a potential juror. Does that mean I have jury duty?
No. Being selected as a potential juror means your name has been placed in the pool of eligible jurors for the calendar year. For each trial requiring a jury, a group of names will be randomly selected from the pool. Only those selected for a particular trial will receive a summons to report for jury duty.
What do I need to do after receiving a potential juror notice?
You must complete and return your Juror Qualification Form within 14 days. Please answer all questions completely and truthfully. Failure to do so may result in serious legal consquences.
Will I have to serve on a jury?
Not necessarily. Your name may remain in the potential juror pool for the year without you being summoned. You will only receive additional communication from the Court if your service is needed.
How will I know if I am actually called for jury duty?
If you are selected for a particular trial, you will receive a Summons for Jury Duty at least one week before the scheduled trial date. The summons will tell you when and where to report and provide other important information.
What happens if I do not return my Juror Qualification Form?
A Summons for Jury Duty is an Order of the Court. You are required to follow the instructions in the summons. Failure to respond or appear as directed may result in legal consequences, including a citation for Contempt of Court.
When will I find out where and when I need to report?
If you are summoned for jury duty, your summons will provide the date, time, courtroom location, appropriate attire, compensation, and other reporting information.
How long will I have to serve?
The length of jury service depends on the trial for which you are summoned. Information about the expected length of service will be provided by the Judge when you report.
Will I be paid for jury service?
Information regarding jury service compensation will be provided with your summons and according to applicable Indiana law.
For other questions, please visit in.gov/courts/services/jury/ or call us at (260) 824-6485.
Have You Completed Jury Service?
First, thank you for serving.
Many jurors are glad to have served and get back to daily life. Others may experience added stress as they return to their routines. Such responses are understandable.
Use the link below for resources and tips to help manage any stress that you may experience.
