Bill > HR1537

This bill proposes to modify existing law in the District of Columbia to allow individuals who are 70 years of age or older to opt out of jury duty in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Specifically, the bill amends Section 11-1908(b) of the District of Columbia Official Code to add a new provision that permits seniors who are 70 or older to request exclusion from jury service. The current law already has provisions for jury duty exemptions, and this bill would create an additional optional exemption for older residents. By giving seniors the ability to choose whether they want to serve on a jury, the legislation recognizes that jury duty can be physically or mentally challenging for older individuals and provides them with more flexibility. The bill does not automatically exempt seniors from jury duty, but instead allows them to request an exclusion if they do not wish to serve, which maintains the option for those who are willing and able to participate in the judicial process.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1537/all-info