Alabama SB106 allows individuals 80 years of age or older to be permanently exempt from jury service upon request.
Alabama SB106 amends the state's jury service law to allow individuals 80 years of age or older to request a permanent exemption from jury service. Under the current law, individuals can only be excused from jury service for a limited period in certain situations. This bill introduces a permanent exemption option for older individuals, who can submit a written statement to the court to be removed from the master jury list. The act will become effective on October 1, 2026.
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