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Sorry, but I have served on a jury and I am glad that I did. The only problem with jury's is that everyone does NOT want to be there. So God forbid, someone accused your friend of a crime and he is innocent. Look at what he may get as a "jury of his peers"-
I was mortified when I went. I felt like if I japped out of the duty the guy would have been left withjout a hope of a fair trial-Everyone just wanted to go home....
The only reason I am saying this to you Christy is because I believe things happen for a reason, and maybe for whatever reason...
You will be the only sane voice on that panel and someone's future may very well be in your hands.. Sounds ptretty heavy, but it is true. Think about it before you try and bail (no pun intended)
Or better yet go to the court and say you have a trip planned -can you be on the next session picked...can't hurt to try..
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