My understanding was always that they could as long as the death penalty wasn't an issue. During my 38 yrs as a witness I was called to jury duty three times. Some may automatically be disqualified, such as convicted felons and the mentally incompetent. For example, in the United States, a grand jury of from 12 to 23 members decides whether there is enough evidence for a person to be indicted for a criminal offense; it does not determine guilt or innocence. Similarly, in a coroner?s jury (jury of inquest), the jurors weigh evidence to decide whether a crime was committed. Unlike the other jurors, she could not accept the claim that the injuries came from an accidental fall. For instance, in some places capital punishment is a possible or mandatory sentence for a person found guilty of certain crimes. 5:12, 13. The jury awarded the 21-year-old woman $4 million for her injuries, plus $30 million in punitive damages against Watchtower and $1 million in punitive damages against the Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, another Jehovah's Witness corporation that communicates with congregations across the U.S. (Romans 13:7) That is straightforward as to a monetary tax. You sit in judgment of your peers. I never wanted to do it until the OJ trial. Enough of that and they will have to re think how they use those resources, since a DA wants a high conviction rate. 22:21) Since the Bible does not pointedly discuss jury duty, each one must personally decide what to do after considering all that is involved in jury service, as well as Bible principles and his own conscience. Welcome. Still, some persons have reasoned that the local or national government is taxing ones time in requiring any qualified citizen to serve briefly as a juror. Do you not judge those inside [the Christian congregation], while God judges those outside? One must pay for his/her own lunch also! not sitting in judgment of another person especially as all the A jury is a group of citizens who try an accused charged with a criminal offence. Besides that, it is also common knowledge that beheadings are very frequent among those who are on a jury. So there is a danger of becoming party to a miscarriage of justice. (Some may be exempted because they have strong personal, conscientious objections to jury service.) When confronted with an opportunity to handle a legal dispute, their Exemplar the Lord Jesus Christ turned it down, saying: "Who appointed me judge or . 99.9% of Witnesses will write a letter to the courts asking that But of course, we were "encouraged" not to be involved for some reason or other. HELENA, Mont. matters should be confined to the congregation, rather than be a juror in a secular court of law. This Biblical counsel certainly should alert Christians to be slow about getting involved in others? The elders expelled the abuser from the congregation in 2004 then reinstated him the next year, the lawsuit states, and the abuse of the girl who is now 21 continued. Understandably, Paul did not here mention serving on a jury, for under Roman rule there were no citizens? ?Acts 24:10; 25:10, 11. Some Christians in this situation have used the time to do informal witnessing. Well here (Arizona) they get it off your Drivers license record, if you have a drivers license you can get called for duty. At times explaining one?s position to the clerk of the court or the judge may lead to one?s name being removed from the list of prospective jurors. by beksbks This can explain why the WTS has distanced itself officially and does not have an official position for or against jury duty. years ago I worked in small town radio. Sometimes life gets busy, and jury duty can seem like an unnecessary inconvenience in your schedule. (Luke 20:25) In jury duty the task is to hear evidence and offer an honest opinion on points of fact or law. I don't see how they could actually get out of it. HELENA, Mont. After a number of days, a persons jury duty is fulfilled, whether he has actually sat as a juror or not. He was allowed to leave. For example, in 1966 the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia upheld a Christian who refused jury duty. Crossposted, but at least Ynot has confirmed that I am always right. HELENA, Mont. Some Christians have reported for jury duty and have served on certain juries. Some have referred to Jesus words in Matthew 7:1,2: Stop judging that you may not be judged; for with what judgment you are judging, you will be judged. However, the context shows that Jesus was speaking about a personal or private type of judging, such as criticizing the personal habits and preferences of others. Some Christians have reported for jury duty and have served on certain juries. 5:12, 13. Trial by jury existed also in the Roman Republic, though this was abolished under the emperors. A letter from your employwer generally is not enough. ?Daniel 3:16-18. That would explain why some witnesses are called. Still others have accepted any jury assignment, feeling that it is Caesar?s right to oblige persons to serve in the civil capacity of hearing evidence and honestly deciding on questions of fact or guilt. What does this mean emulate what you respect in your friends? Occasionally, an individual is permanently excused for religious reasons, such as a Jehovah's Witness who believes he or she cannot sit in judgment of others. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, I've never been summoned for jury duty, but my mom was - more than a year after she died. In that case he should prepare himself to face whatever consequences may arise as a result of his decision. But a distinctive feature of "common law" countries is the use of juries composed of average citizens. (Luke 4:18, 43) Jesus? English. Jehovah's witnesses recognize that what people do with reference to jury duty is a personal matter, governed by the dictates of conscience. In the final analysis, each Christian faced with jury duty must determine what course to follow, based on his understanding of the Bible and his own conscience. Then, depending on the type of case, the judge may sentence the guilty parties. Not every employer will pay someone who is on jury duty. In jury duty the task is to hear evidence and offer an honest opinion on points of fact or law. (Deuteronomy 1:16, 17) Valid as such points are, responding to a direction to report for jury duty is different from involving oneself in the business of others. The court ruled that the Jehovah's Witnesses illegally failed to report the abuse, and the jury awarded her $4 million in actual damages and $31 million in punitive damages. The monetary award must be reviewed by the trial judge and could be reduced. The apostle Paul urged "holy ones" in Corinth to settle differences within the congregation. friends. Jehovah's Witnesses believe Jesus is Michael the archangel, the highest created being. Then the apostle added: For what do I have to do with judging those outside? The part I don't like is that they pay you $9.00 for the day and that doesn't come close to covering gas and parking expense, so I'm using public transportation rather than drive into Pittsburgh traffic. Christ refused, saying Who appointed me judge or apportioner over you persons? The congregation of Israel had Gods laws on inheritance and designated older men to resolve disputes of that sort. Former Jehovah's Witnesses who have testified before a state grand jury say investigators are seeking to shatter the wall of secrecy around the religion's leaders and their response to sex abuse complaints. Definitely a place to be if you want to do something that has impact. Rats! A professional judge guided them on points of evidence. Watchtower. Copyright 2001-2015 Jehovah's Witness Discussion Forum | JW.Org Community Information. jehovahisgod, Feb 21, 2017. Many Christians have in good conscience concluded that Bible principles do not rule out appearing, even as Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego complied with the directive of the Babylonian government to appear on the plain of Dura and as Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem at the direction of the Roman authorities. Even as a dub I thought jury duty would be a "different" experience. God?s people recognize Jehovah as the Supreme Judge. All rights reserved. Then, too, many persons serving on juries do not desire to be guided by the laws of God?s Word in reaching a verdict. The congregation of Israel had God?s laws on inheritance and designated older men to resolve disputes of that sort. (Exodus 22:2; Deuteronomy 21:8; 22:8; Jeremiah 2:34; Matthew 23:35; Acts 18:6) At Jesus trial Pilate wanted to be "innocent of the blood of this man." The Jury Amendment Act was instigated in 2010, with most of the changes taking place at the beginning of this year. MANY persons look to the court or judicial system for justice. (Luke 12:14) The apostle Paul raised similar questions in his letter to the Corinthians: "What do I have to do with judging those outside? Sometimes they recommend which sentence stipulated by law should be applied. or redistributed. The group needs to be reduced to the number who will actually sit through the trial of that case. Then, depending on the type of case, the judge may sentence the guilty parties. they be exempted from service due to religious convictions (such as A father, daughter and strip club bouncer convicted of murder in 2015 are entitled to a new trial because the judge on the case unfairly kept a Jehovah's Witness off the jury, an appeals court . Then the judge identifies the parties and their attorneys and describes the nature of the case. In some lands, the judicial system uses juries selected from the citizenry. He has to analyze the legal evidence put forward in the legal hearing and give an unbiased decision. I helped him research the advice, and I found the 1997 article above (current light). Unfortunately, skipping jury duty simply because you do not want to attend can create a long list of new issues you will have to deal with. Gods people recognize Jehovah as the Supreme Judge. Find a convention of Jehovah's Witnesses The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Committee on Ethics developed a Statement on Recommendations for Surgeons Caring for Patients Who Are Jehovah's Witnesses. What to do? Trial by jury existed also in the Roman Republic, though this was abolished under the emperors. . This is very true. Take part in any protest or strike. Some Christians have viewed jury service as rendering to Caesar what belongs to Caesar. This is a petit (small) jury, in contrast with a grand jury. 13:1-7, The Jerusalem Bible. Still, the 21-year-old woman's attorneys say Wednesday's verdict sends a message to the church to report child abuse to outside authorities. Where this prevails, a Christian must decide how to respond when directed to report for jury duty. (Compare Genesis 39:17-20; 1 Timothy 5:22.) This is the time to speak up if one has a conscientious reason for not serving because of the nature of that case. I would like the oppourtunity to try again though, but not on a murder charge. In a civil case, the jury might award damages or compensation. Then the apostle added: "For what do I have to do with judging those outside? I've already done the preliminary questionaire online and have to check (also online) the day before my scheduled appearance date to see if I must show up or if it has been cancelled. not sit on a jury. After Gods servants ceased to be under the Mosaic Law, they had to deal with secular courts in various lands. Each Christian has to decide for himself what he will do, and others should not criticize his decision. Being one of JWs is not enough to get you out of jury duty. This is an authorized Web site of Jehovah's Witnesses. Lack of child or dependent care. This Act means that a wider base of people will be eligible for jury duty than before, including older people, people with certain disabilities, and those who work in certain legal professions. (Matthew 22:17-21) If Caesar says that citizens must give of their time and efforts to clean roads or perform other work that is among Caesars functions, each Christian must decide whether to submit.Matthew 5:41. What to do? Some jurors have consulted horoscopes, given in to personal prejudice or yielded to pressures from others in making a decision. New languages available: Arosi, Ayiwo, Bauro, Kibala, Kuvale (Mucubal), Trinidad and Tobago Sign Language. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. . g80 1/22 pp. It is something to consider. Who makes the plaid blue coat Jesse stone wears in Sea Change? . They listen to the evidence presented by both the defense and the prosecution, talk about the case with each other and make a decision as to the guilt or innocence of the person on trial. I'd rather get a week of assault and battery or a good crime case than some tax case that goes on for a year in Federal court. The jury awarded the 21-year-old woman $4 million for her injuries, plus $30 million in punitive damages against Watchtower and $1 million in punitive damages against the Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, another Jehovah's Witness corporation that communicates with congregations across the U.S. Since I regestered to vote a few years ago and actually voted for the first time in this presidential primary, my name is on the county hotlist and I received a summons for jury duty in the middle of July. That might be so if a case involves sexual immorality, abortion, manslaughter, or another issue on which his thinking is shaped by Bible knowledge, not by mere secular law. Her in NC you only get paid I think $12/day but most employers still pay you your salary. Jury duty within the past year. This is a research tool for publications in various languages produced by Jehovah's Witnesses. Christians do not oppose the authority as it carries out such legal functions, for they do not want to take a stand against it and receive judgment.Romans 13:1-4; Titus 3:1. Sounds right up their alley. In balancing factors, Christians should consider whether they can submit to certain demands made by Caesar. "1 Peter 2:14. (Luke 20:25) In jury duty the task is to hear evidence and offer an honest opinion on points of fact or law. Later, King Henry III of England provided for the accused to be judged by his neighbors. In some lands, civil and criminal cases are decided by a professional judge or a panel of judges. . 28 U.S.C.A. Sorry, there was an error loading the video. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Credit:AP Photo/Matt Rourke Sign up for our newsletterto get our investigations and reporters' insights delivered straight to your inbox. When I was at Bethel, Bethelites LOVED jury duty. One thing I would do is go after these school officials who have larger budgets with fewer students and then cut teachers from the staff while claiming it is because of budget cuts. For instance, in some places capital punishment is a possible or mandatory sentence for a person found guilty of certain crimes. Yet, authorities are increasingly eliminating exemptions so that all are obliged to report for jury duty, perhaps repeatedly over the years. While I was waiting to be put on a case, they gave us a piece of paper of instruciton. Some have referred to Jesus? WhatistheattitudeofJehovah'sWitnessestowardjuryduty?U.S.A. I would be thrilled to be on a jury. The judge will dismiss any whose impartiality may be questioned because of possible interest in the case. The Bible does not mention jury duty, so he cannot say, It is against my religion to serve on any jury. Depending on the case, he might state that serving on the jury for a particular case is against his personal conscience. (1 Corinthians 6:1) He defended himself in the Roman judicial setting, even appealing his case to Caesar. . friends. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. EXEMPTION FROM JURY SERVICE. juries as now exist under Anglo-American law. It's the least I can do after all those years of uppity judgment I used to have. jw MARRIAGE & FAMILY. Office of Jury Commissioner Address Street Address 560 Harrison Ave., Boston, MA 02118 Directions Mailing Address 560 Harrison Ave., Suite 600, Boston, MA 02118 Directions Phone Juror helpline (toll-free in Massachusetts) (800) 843-5879 (THE-JURY) Monday-Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm Delinquent jurors (877) 966-7469 Within the United States, the situation in one state may be quite different from that in another state. I kind of agree with you, but I think it is a matter of civic duty, and I am happy to do my part after so many years of thinking it was all evil in the JWs. never been on a jury but I have been in the standby pool for my District court. Juries are an important part of the criminal justice system in America. (1 Corinthians 6:1) He defended himself in the Roman judicial setting, even appealing his case to Caesar. Paul wrote: "It is Gods minister to you for your good. Naturally, if you live where the possibility exists of being called for jury duty, you might well ask, Should a Christian serve on a jury? In Canada, a criminal law jury is made up of 12 jurors selected from among citizens of the province or territory in which the court is located. I just love this statement. Pay every government official what he has a right to askwhether it be direct tax or indirect, fear or honour.Rom. *** w97 4/1 pp. The state is there to serve God for your benefit. Each time I explained to the court that I felt in good conscience that I wouldn't make a good juror as I was a JW and to judge a person was not up to me but up to God. Such "stand placed in their relative positions by God," and they make and enforce laws. 1978 (Personal matters but WTS discourages jury duty). (1Pet. Yet, authorities are increasingly eliminating exemptions so that all are obliged to report for jury duty, perhaps repeatedly over the years. The court opinion reported that he, stated that it violated his personal freedom of conscience to serve as a juror and that he felt he had authority under his religious beliefs to serve within his congregation with power to judge or decide but not to so serve outside his congregation and cited quotations from the scriptures to support his belief. (West Virginia vs Everly). Others have felt compelled to decline even in the face of punishment. And you can appreciate why the Christian in West Virginia might conclude that his efforts to judge or decide matters should be confined to the congregation, rather than be a juror in a secular court of law. Paul directed the brothers to expel the wrongdoer. As time went by, the jury system changed into an arrangement whereby a group of citizens were to hear a case and reach a verdict based on evidence. Will require a letter from superior. The others, though, pressured her to side with them to avoid a "hung jury" and subsequent retrial. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.". i think otherwise he would have done it. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Naturally, if you live where the possibility exists of being called for jury duty, you might well ask, Should a Christian serve on a jury? Elsewhere, what is known as common law prevails, and juries are part of the judicial process. I wonder if the $9.00 a day is taxable income. A different problem is illustrated with a nurse in Texas who was a juror at the trial of a young man, son of a prominent family, who was accused of beating to death another youth. What of a common trial? Depending on local law, others?such as doctors, clergymen, lawyers, or owners of small businesses?may claim exemption. In balancing factors, Christians should consider whether they can submit to certain demands made by Caesar. know that I have requested exemption. What if a Christian does not feel that his conscience permits him to serve on a particular jury? The third family member who claimed abuse was not a plaintiff in the lawsuit. The jury duty excuse letter template is an opportunity for the juror to grasp. A jury duty excuse letter aims at explaining to the court officials why you would rather not attend the duties altogether. 33 Replies The rules are not quite as important as loyalty to the organization. (Daniel 3:1-12; Luke 2:1-4) There are, though, factors that sincere Christians can consider. As far as they personally are concerned, Jehovah?s witnesses generally do not feel that they should sit as judges of other people. Just take a pillow with you and a coin to flip during deliberations. Some Christians in this situation have used the time to do informal witnessing. Exemptions, however, are not granted everywhere. I got called for jury duty long before I ever became a registered voter. Other Christians, though, have decided otherwise. So could he agree, such as when being examined for jury selection, to make his decisions strictly according to civil law? | Georgia Military Jury Duty Excuse (Matt. You're awesome, Blondie! What is the moral lesson of at wars end by rony diaz? The Associated Press generally does not name people who say they are a victim of a sex crime. latest And in the state of Colorado persons who can prove by documents that they are Jehovah?s witnesses are granted exemption from jury duty. However, they cut it down to a waste of the morning the second time. So, even though I'm a little excited and looking forward to it at this time, my real opinion will come out after it is over. It is closer to the situation of Daniel?s three companions. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! 1866.But there is no assurance from this record or elsewhere that if the names of all adult Jehovah's Witnesses were added to the master jury box source, the same religious tenets that compel these people to decline participation in the electoral process of government would not lead them to attempt to refuse . While the Bible upholds a government?s right to execute a murderer, the individual asked to serve as a juror might question whether he could decide solely on the information presented at a trial. It was felt that since they knew the accused, their judgment would be fairer than procedures in which he tried to prove his innocence by combat or by surviving some ordeal. Still, most people have only a vague idea of how juries are selected and what they do. Though years have now passed, her conscience still troubles her; she feels that she was part of a miscarriage of justice. Find a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. The Jews readily said: "His blood come upon us and upon our children. But even if you live where such juries are not used, you can profitably consider the question, for some of the relevant Bible principles can apply to you if you are asked to "judge" in a dispute on your job or to "mediate" some dispute in your neighborhood. . He was picked. Don't know about times past, but I think it's a conscience matter now. If a person cannot be exempted when called for jury duty even after explaining matters to the judge, he can, nevertheless, state his conscientious scruples regarding a case when questioned by the lawyers before the trial begins. It is not uncommon for Jehovahs Witnesses to lodge a copy of their advance directives with their General Practitioner who should be contacted. In a criminal case, they are to determine whether the evidence supports a guilty verdict. After God?s servants ceased to be under the Mosaic Law, they had to deal with secular courts in various lands. (RNS) Four Jehovah's Witnesses have been charged with sexually abusing 19 children in their congregations, Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced in a news conference Thursday. ?Romans 13:1-4; Titus 3:1. Some jurors have consulted horoscopes, given in to personal prejudice or yielded to pressures from others in making a decision. Watchtower is pursuing appellate review," it said. I sat in several trials taking notes as a reporter. The use of juries is not universal. In reality, though, it is quite possible that the trial he is selected for does not involve such issues. Never been on a jury Bible does not have an official position for against! Our children paid I think $ 12/day but most employers still pay your. 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