Jury Service
/ˈdʒʊəri ˈsɜːrvɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The duty or obligation of a citizen to serve as a juror in a legal proceeding.
He received a summons to perform jury service next month.
Forms
- jury service
- jury services
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Commentary
Jury service is a civic responsibility and is often compulsory, ensuring impartial fact-finding in the judicial process.
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