WINKLER COUNTY TEXAS -DISTRICT OFFICES-CLERK-JUROR RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Right to Reemployment:

A private employer may not terminate the employment of a permanent employee because the employee serves as a juror. An employee whose employment is terminated in violation of this section is entitled to return to the same employment that the employee held when summoned for jury service if the employee, as soon as practical after release from jury service, gives the employer actual notice that the employee intends to return. (Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Section 122.001).

Failure to Answer Summons and Penalties:

A person who fails to comply with a summons is subject to a contempt action punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $1,000 (Government Code, Section 62.0141). Additionally, a person shall be fined not less than $10 nor more than $100 if the person: (1) fails to attend court in obedience to the notice without reasonable excuse; or (2) files a false claim of exemption from jury service. (Government Code, Section 62.111).

Proper Clothing Required:

All persons entering the courtroom should be dressed in clothing reasonably befitting the dignity and solemnity of the court proceedings. Shorts, tank tops, and sleeveless shirts are not permitted!

Exempt or Disqualified:

You do not need to appear in person if you are not qualified for, or exempt, from jury service; but, you must notify the court. To report your disqualification, or claim an exemption, you must carefully read and complete the QUALIFICATIONS AND EXEMPTIONS section of your jury summons, detach, and mail; or, personally bring the entire jury summons form to SHERRY TERRY, District Clerk, P.O. BOX 1065 KERMIT, TEXAS 79745.