Visit Coronavirus and the N.Y. State Courts for the latest information regarding Covid-19 or other health concerns.
As of January 1,1996, there are no exemptions from jury service. The Jury Division is located at: 360 Adams Street, Room 156, in the Supreme Court Building, in Brooklyn, NY. We are open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
- A Juror Subpoena, Failure to Respond
- A Green and White Judicial Court Hearing Subpoena
- A Red and White Non-Compliance Notice
More information on Kings County Jury Service, including your daily call-in message, is available at: www.nyjuror.com/kings
JUROR QUALIFICATION
If You Are Not an American Citizen
If you are not an American citizen, your name will be removed from the rolls as soon as you provide the jury office with one of the following proofs:
- A photocopy of your Alien Registration Card (both sides)
- A photocopy of your Work Authorization Card
- A photocopy of your Visa
- A photocopy of your Passport
You can send in the above proof, with a copy of your completed questionnaire or jury summons by email to kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov or by regular mail to:
Kings County Clerk's Office Room 156
360 Adams Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
If you have any questions, you can email us at: kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov
If You Are Not a Resident of Brooklyn
If you are not a resident of Brooklyn, your name will be removed from the rolls as soon as you provide the jury office with two of the following proofs:
- A photocopy of your latest utility bill showing your name and current address
- A photocopy of your current lease
- A photocopy of your voters registration card showing your current address
You can send in the above proof, with a copy of your completed questionnaire or jury summons by email to kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov or by regular mail to:
Kings County Clerk's Office Room 156
360 Adams Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
If you have any questions, you can email us at: kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov
If You Have Served on Jury Duty Within the Past 8 Years
If you have served within the past 8 years, please submit your completed questionnaire, or juror summons, along with a copy of your Proof of Jury Service by email to kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov or by regular mail to:
Kings County Clerk's Office Room 156
360 Adams Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
If You Have Been Convicted of a Felony
If you have been convicted of a felony, please submit your completed questionnaire, or juror summons, along with proof of your felony conviction, by email to kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov or by regular mail.
If you do not have proof of your felony conviction, and you were convicted in New York State: please email us at kingscountyjury@nycourts.govv, call us at 347-404-9904 or by mail to:
Please Report to:
Kings County Clerk's Office Room 156
360 Adams Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
If you do not have proof of your felony conviction that occurred outside of New York State, you must contact that jurisdiction for proof.
How to Apply for a Postponement or Excusal
All applications for postponements must be submitted prior to the date of jury service. If the summons indicates that you have had a prior postponement, or that you were absent the last time you were called, it is important that you report for jury service on the date the summons indicates.
If you have had no prior postponements, and would like to automatically file for your first postponement now, you can apply by phone at 1-800-449-2819 or on the web at www.nyjuror.gov.
If you are requesting to be excused from jury service due to a language problem, you must appear in person on the date and time you are summoned. Further instructions will be given to you at the location where you are summoned.
Medical Conditions and Disability Accommodations
If you have a medical condition that prevents you from serving as a juror, please call 347-404-9904. You may download the form for your doctor to use.
If you have a disability or are in need of special accommodations, please call 347-404-9904 or email us at:kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov
If You are the Caregiver of a Child or an Elderly Person
If you are the main caregiver of your child or children under 14 years of age or an elderly person, you may request a postponement by returning your completed questionnaire or summons, along with a copy of the birth certificate of your youngest child, or a doctor's note stating the condition of the person being cared for and that you are the main caregiver of that person.
Unfortunately, if your summons or questionnaire is not filled out completely, it will not be possible to consider your application, and it will be returned to you.
You can email the above documents to us at: kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov or mail your completed summons with the appropriate documentation to:
The Kings County Clerk Room 156
360 Adams Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Information on Payment for Jury Service
Jurors who are paid their salary during their entire jury service, will not be paid a jury fee by the state.
All companies with more than 10 employees must pay a stipend of at least $40 per juror for each of the first three days of jury service.
Jurors employed by companies with more than 10 employees who are not paid for jury service after the third day, will be paid by the state at the rate of $40 per day for each day they are not reimbursed.
Jurors employed by companies with 10 employees or less and are not paid for jury service, will be paid $40 a day everyday for each day of service.
Jurors are not paid by the state for their daily transportation costs.
All checks, if any, for jury service, will be mailed to you by the office of the state treasurer within six weeks after completion of your service.
If you have any questions, you can email us at: kingscountyjury@nycourts.gov
If You Received Any of the Following
- A Juror Subpoena, Failure to Respond
- A Green and White Judicial Court Hearing Subpoena
- Red and White Non-Compliance Notice
Please appear in person at the time and place stated in the letter or notice.
If you are physically unable to appear, please call 347-404-9904.
If you have any questions, you can email us at: jury-enforcement-operations@nycourts.gov
If Your Summons was Returned, Stamped "Personal Appearance Required"
Please appear in person to respond to any letter you receive that states "Personal Appearance Required."
Please appear at the place and time stated in the letter.
If You are Currently Serving as a Juror, and are Now Unable to Attend Jury Duty
If you are serving as a juror now, and are unable to attend today, please call the location where you are serving. The locations are as follows: (please do not email us if you are serving as a juror)