Jury service
Jury service is an important civic duty. Jury service exists to protect an individual’s rights and to involve the public in the administration of justice.
With a few exceptions, anyone charged with a serious criminal offence can choose a jury trial. Some civil cases are also tried with juries (like defamation, assault and false imprisonment). A jury, made up of 12 jurors, gives a verdict based on the evidence produced in a court case.
It is at the very heart of our justice system in Ireland and is also one of our oldest traditions.
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Respond to your jury summons online
Respond to your jury summons on our online portal. It is the quickest and easiest way to respond to your jury summons.
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How to respond to your jury summons
Learn how to respond to your jury summons and get ready for jury service.
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What being on a jury is like
Find out what being a juror means and what to expect during jury service.
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Asking to be excused from jury service
Find out how to request an excusal from jury service if you cannot attend.
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How your employment rights are protected during jury service
Jury service may mean being absent from work. See what this will mean for you.
