California AB1359 eliminates exemptions from jury service based on occupation, economic status, or other characteristics, except for undue hardship.

California AB1359 revises jury service laws by removing exemptions based on occupation, economic status, or other characteristics. It allows exemptions only for undue hardship, as defined by the Judicial Council, or for individuals aged 80 and older who can self-attest to a permanent medical impairment without additional documentation. The Judicial Council can adopt rules and forms to implement these changes. The law will become effective on January 1, 2028, and will be repealed as of that date.

California AB1359 eliminates exemptions from jury service based on occupation, economic status, or other characteristics, except for undue hardship.

California AB1359 revises jury service laws by removing exemptions based on occupation, economic status, or other characteristics. It allows exemptions only for undue hardship, as defined by the Judicial Council, or for individuals aged 80 and older who can self-attest to a permanent medical impairment without additional documentation. The Judicial Council can adopt rules and forms to implement these changes. The law will become effective on January 1, 2028, and will be repealed as of that date.