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Jury Duty Exemptions by State
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026
Whether the state grants automatic age-based exemptions from jury duty, plus exemptions for caregivers and medical hardship.
50 States2 data columnsLast updated: February 2026
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| Age Exemption | Caregiver | Medical |
|---|---|---|
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (72+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| No | Yes | Yes |
| No | Yes | Yes |
| No | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| No | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (65+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (72+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (65+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
| No | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (65+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (75+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (72+) | Yes | Yes |
| Yes (70+) | Yes | Yes |
Federal court juries follow the federal Jury Selection and Service Act, which has no automatic age exemption. Excuses must be requested in writing and approved by the court.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.