Adawn47 Posted January 29, 2022 #30626 Share Posted January 29, 2022 1 hour ago, Presto2 said: Oh joy Avril. I hope that you don't end up sitting around for hours waiting to see if you are needed. I have absolutely no idea what to expect. Avril 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adawn47 Posted January 29, 2022 #30627 Share Posted January 29, 2022 11 minutes ago, terrierjohn said: I thought there was an age cut off Avril, I have been assuming that I was way past the call up age, guess I was wrong. Just checked and apparently you can ask to be exempt if you're over 70. That's good news John. According to the papers that came the cut off age is 76. Avril 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adawn47 Posted January 29, 2022 #30628 Share Posted January 29, 2022 1 hour ago, Harry Peterson said: Avril, I can understand that in your situation. Are there any health grounds on which you might reasonably ask to be excused, or are you able to do it? Not really, and I don't suppose they will accept that I still don't feel safe going out. Avril 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Peterson Posted January 29, 2022 #30629 Share Posted January 29, 2022 2 minutes ago, Adawn47 said: Not really, and I don't suppose they will accept that I still don't feel safe going out. Avril Probably not - I was thinking there might be a medical issue within the family that made it better not to mix. It depends very much on the courtroom, but the Crown Court here has no facility whatever for proper distancing - Barnsley may be different. You'd probably find it very interesting if you do go, but obviously health has to take priority. We're in a funny position on that, and haven't been inside a shop or public building since March 2020! The court would have been out of the question. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adawn47 Posted January 29, 2022 #30630 Share Posted January 29, 2022 4 minutes ago, Harry Peterson said: Probably not - I was thinking there might be a medical issue within the family that made it better not to mix. It depends very much on the courtroom, but the Crown Court here has no facility whatever for proper distancing - Barnsley may be different. You'd probably find it very interesting if you do go, but obviously health has to take priority. We're in a funny position on that, and haven't been inside a shop or public building since March 2020! The court would have been out of the question. It's Sheffield Crown Court, and getting there would be the biggest issue as we don't drive now. It will entail, bus to Barnsley, train to Sheffield and taxi to the court and then the reverse to come home. Oh well, I'll worry about it on Monday. Avril 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Presto2 Posted January 29, 2022 #30631 Share Posted January 29, 2022 24 minutes ago, Adawn47 said: It's Sheffield Crown Court, and getting there would be the biggest issue as we don't drive now. It will entail, bus to Barnsley, train to Sheffield and taxi to the court and then the reverse to come home. Oh well, I'll worry about it on Monday. Avril Get in touch with them with any concerns and see what they say. These are extraordinary times so surely they can give you a 'pass' on this one if needs be 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohnonotmeagain Posted January 29, 2022 #30632 Share Posted January 29, 2022 I've be called for jury service 3 times!!!! There can be a lot of hanging around waiting to be called or removed for points of law but I found it really interesting, just bring a good book. However, I can definitely understand your concerns during a pandemic. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecttr Posted January 29, 2022 #30633 Share Posted January 29, 2022 I was called many years ago but never got to actually sit. A call now would be a disaster as there is no way I would be able to keep awake. Then there is the travelling as I don't drive and it would have to be a taxi. 😱 Then there are medical issues as well. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiana123 Posted January 29, 2022 #30634 Share Posted January 29, 2022 5 hours ago, Adawn47 said: I received a notification for jury service in the post today. I know this may not ring true, but it is. When I was in the Crown Courts our "Clients" were mostly serial muggers and the like. They could object to certain prospective Jurors. The people they objected to was certain if a nice suit or really nice clothing was worn, and one of our lot objected to a lady in a hat. Apparently they looked too intelligent and more likely to find them guilty, or so they thought. So if you have to go, on the first day dress up and look intelligent and you might not get called, or if you fancy the experience make some holes in your jeans and don't wash that morning. Mind you, this was all some years ago. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Peterson Posted January 30, 2022 #30635 Share Posted January 30, 2022 10 hours ago, Adawn47 said: It's Sheffield Crown Court, and getting there would be the biggest issue as we don't drive now. It will entail, bus to Barnsley, train to Sheffield and taxi to the court and then the reverse to come home. Oh well, I'll worry about it on Monday. Avril I'm sure, Avril, that you've already been into all this, but when my wife had to claim deferral we found these useful: https://www.gov.uk/jury-service/delaying-or-being-excused-from-jury-service https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/228867/9780108508400.pdf Your situation may well entitle you to deferral or excusal, as did my wife's, and the court officers do act sensibly and reasonably. Your responsibilities to Frank may also be relevant. At our age (I don't think we're that far apart) travelling on public transport in the middle of a pandemic doesn't seem a great idea, and if you were to apply I suspect you'd be successful, taking all the factors into account. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted January 30, 2022 #30636 Share Posted January 30, 2022 13 hours ago, Adawn47 said: I received a notification for jury service in the post today. Can't say I'm looking forward to that. 😒 Avril Hi Avril. I’d be inclined to ask for a 6 month deferral and cite weather, transport issues and pandemic! I got a postponement from them because I had just started a new job. I have done it twice and enjoyed the experience on both occasions but that was when I was a lot younger and I wouldn’t be too keen on doing it now. Gill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Splice the mainbrace Posted January 30, 2022 #30637 Share Posted January 30, 2022 I did jury service in 1996 and told them from the start of accepting the 'invitation' that I wasn't available for the 'last' Friday of the 2 week period because of going on holiday. I kept reminding them of this at court but wasn't picked in the first week but was picked early in the 2nd week. I again reminded them of me going on holiday and was assured that the case wouldn't last very long. However it dragged on and in the end the judge had to get the agreement from the defence and prosecution for there to be one less juror for the verdict, which they did fortunately. The judge in court wished me a good holiday! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete14 Posted January 30, 2022 #30638 Share Posted January 30, 2022 2 minutes ago, Splice the mainbrace said: I did jury service in 1996 and told them from the start of accepting the 'invitation' that I wasn't available for the 'last' Friday of the 2 week period because of going on holiday. I kept reminding them of this at court but wasn't picked in the first week but was picked early in the 2nd week. I again reminded them of me going on holiday and was assured that the case wouldn't last very long. However it dragged on and in the end the judge had to get the agreement from the defence and prosecution for there to be one less juror for the verdict, which they did fortunately. The judge in court wished me a good holiday! I did jury service once many years ago and sat on two very minor cases. I found it quite an interesting experience and would be happy to do it again. Obviously those with medical, caring or transport issues should be exempted but if they created a list of volunteers (to be used sparingly to prevent a rise of ‘professional jurors’ ) it may be helpful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecttr Posted January 30, 2022 #30639 Share Posted January 30, 2022 9 hours ago, indiana123 said: I know this may not ring true, but it is. When I was in the Crown Courts our "Clients" were mostly serial muggers and the like. They could object to certain prospective Jurors. The people they objected to was certain if a nice suit or really nice clothing was worn, and one of our lot objected to a lady in a hat. Apparently they looked too intelligent and more likely to find them guilty, or so they thought. So if you have to go, on the first day dress up and look intelligent and you might not get called, or if you fancy the experience make some holes in your jeans and don't wash that morning. Mind you, this was all some years ago. I can confirm that, the posher you dress the greater the chance of being objected to 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian1 Posted January 30, 2022 #30640 Share Posted January 30, 2022 1 minute ago, davecttr said: I can confirm that, the posher you dress the greater the chance of being objected to 😉 That's where formal night clobber comes in handy. 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorkshirephil Posted January 30, 2022 #30641 Share Posted January 30, 2022 39 minutes ago, brian1 said: That's where formal night clobber comes in handy. So its shorts, T shirt and flip flops then 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian1 Posted January 30, 2022 #30642 Share Posted January 30, 2022 Back in the 90s my mate was called up to the Old Bailey.It was one of those cases where he needed an armed copper "living" with him and his family for a few months.He got on so well with this copper,they ended up best friends and my mate was best man at the coppers wedding. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalos Posted January 30, 2022 #30643 Share Posted January 30, 2022 🎶 Well good morning Judge, how are you today? I'm in trouble, please put me awayA pretty thing took a shine to me 🎶 Goood old 10 cc I did Donny crown court and found it ok ,the court ushers and Judge were great with us and put us at ease .I did 4 days one case serious assault and the next case was theft but he changed his plea and we were all discharged from jury service . Any mobiles ,books and hats (unless for religious ) had to be left in a locker if you were in the actual court room . To be fair we spent more time out of the court room supping tea .I took a family member to Sheffield Crown court as they too were doing Jury service and if memory serves me right that had a nice cafeteria upstairs . In Avril's situation I would have a good chat when you ring the jury service up as they could offer you a swap to Donny or may well even defer your service which could well mean that's the last you would ever hear from them with a bit of luck . All Rise .. I hereby order that you all stay safe and have a good day 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Hill Posted January 30, 2022 #30644 Share Posted January 30, 2022 16 hours ago, Adawn47 said: I received a notification for jury service in the post today. Can't say I'm looking forward to that. 😒 Avril My wife got a notification for jury service for the 2 weeks before Christmas 2020, no way to opt out. However rather than attend the court she had to wait at home, a text message would be sent each evening either say she was need or not, after 5 days she was stood down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted January 30, 2022 #30645 Share Posted January 30, 2022 1 hour ago, brian1 said: Back in the 90s my mate was called up to the Old Bailey.It was one of those cases where he needed an armed copper "living" with him and his family for a few months.He got on so well with this copper,they ended up best friends and my mate was best man at the coppers wedding. I did a stint at the Old Bailey. Absolutely fascinating but trial was halted after a week as history of previous crimes was inadvertently disclosed to the jury 🙄 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ccpm Posted January 30, 2022 #30646 Share Posted January 30, 2022 Brilliant sun here so much so that the low riders and I have been to Sheringham for a beach walk already. Beef already slowly cooking ready for lunch so ahead of myself. 6 hours until the boy dog returns can't wait for the little pack to be complete again, the lady dogs not so much. Various cruise tasks to be undertaken today. (1) New roll on cabin case required bright and tacky as possible in case I decide to cast it into baggage collection at any point. (2) to get to grips with identifying either a Premier Inn or Travel Lodge that is on the A34 or M27 where I don't have to leave the road and drive into a town. I know I got petrol last year and there was one on site but for the life of me can't remember where it was. (3) Investigate the baggage handling company as to whether I can just use it one way i.e. going down to Southampton. Should occupy an hour or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dermotsgirl Posted January 30, 2022 #30647 Share Posted January 30, 2022 My husband did jury service back in the 90s. He really enjoyed it. He was put on a fraud trial that lasted 6 weeks, which meant that he had a lot of time off work, and got all expenses paid. He loved it. but wouldn’t be so keen now 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrajet Posted January 30, 2022 #30648 Share Posted January 30, 2022 1 hour ago, ccpm said: a Premier Inn or Travel Lodge that is on the A34 or M27 where I don't have to leave the road and drive into a town. I know it's neither of the above but there's a Holiday Inn Express at junction 7 of M27. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted January 30, 2022 #30649 Share Posted January 30, 2022 1 hour ago, ccpm said: get to grips with identifying either a Premier Inn or Travel Lodge that is on the A34 or M27 There is a Travel Lodge on the A34 just south of Newbury which might fit the bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majortom10 Posted January 30, 2022 #30650 Share Posted January 30, 2022 2 hours ago, ccpm said: Brilliant sun here so much so that the low riders and I have been to Sheringham for a beach walk already. Beef already slowly cooking ready for lunch so ahead of myself. 6 hours until the boy dog returns can't wait for the little pack to be complete again, the lady dogs not so much. Various cruise tasks to be undertaken today. (1) New roll on cabin case required bright and tacky as possible in case I decide to cast it into baggage collection at any point. (2) to get to grips with identifying either a Premier Inn or Travel Lodge that is on the A34 or M27 where I don't have to leave the road and drive into a town. I know I got petrol last year and there was one on site but for the life of me can't remember where it was. (3) Investigate the baggage handling company as to whether I can just use it one way i.e. going down to Southampton. Should occupy an hour or so. Holiday Inn Express West is very close to M271 and then a short easy drive to all terminals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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