Frequently Asked Questions

clerk of the district court | Frequently Asked Questions

Will my employer pay me while I am on jury service?

Some employers in Douglas County do pay their employees, but it is not required by law. It is up to the discretion of each employer. Your employer is required to give you time off during your service period. 

Will the court provide an attorney for me?

If there is a possibility that you will be sentenced to serve time in jail if convicted, the court may appoint an attorney to represent you if you meet certain guidelines. Applications for appointment of an attorney are available in the court clerk's office, or you can request an attorney at your…

Will there be long periods of waiting?

No.  While every trial is different, the court strives to make Jury Selection as quick and efficient as possible.  There will be a brief period of waiting between checking in when you arrive and when the juror orientation begins, as well as intermittent breaks throughout the trial.