Excuses person 70 years of age or older from jury service in New Jersey.
This bill amends New Jersey law to excuse individuals aged 70 or older from jury service. Previously, only those 75 and older could be excused. The bill maintains other existing criteria for excusal, such as medical inability, severe financial hardship, and essential caregiving responsibilities. It also considers the impact on schools if teachers are called for jury duty during the school term. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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