[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by mikemalloy

I'd like to make a comment on this thread that doesn't relate directly to the OP. I am a retired attorney who tried cases for over 40 years. I used to compliment those that came to be seated that jury duty was a special responsibility. The government is always finding ways to take your money but there are only two times that they require your services, the military and jury duty.
I used to have neighbors and friends ask me "how do I get out of jury duty?" and I'd tell them that they were the ones that i always wanted on juries but that too often they weren't there. In the jury pool I always found the unemployed, union workers who received their regular pay while sitting, and government workers. I seldom found the small business person, the professionals and homemakers.
The people I've met here in The Villages are educated, hard working, concerned citizens who would listen to evidence and apply the law and not be compelled by their own personal agendas. You are the type that might not like your verdict but you would render it because it is the right thing to do under the law.
So what I'm saying is, if you're physically able, and do not have any necessary time conflicts, please go and serve. Be part of a group of your fellow citizens and listen, learn and teach. Our village, our county, and our country will be better for your efforts.

Thank you for your post.