Where will the jury come from?

[Nore]

I am going with Pensacola. I hope everyone will hope its not Putnam.

 

[Macushla]

This was posted on the legal thread, and since I am not an attorney, I didn't want to say anything on that thread. I'm honestly not sure where what I have to say should be posted, so mods, if you need to move this, please do so.



I just had to comment on this and I truly hope I will not offend anyone.

Serving on a jury in the United States is a privilege we have as an American citizen. I would certainly hope that if a person is in this country illegally, no matter which county they live in, that they would have ZERO opportunity to serve as a juror.

:twocents:

You may have misread my post I know there are people from other countries living here LEGALLY and those were the ones I was asking about. Some resident aliens (although that is the correct term, I can't help picturing little ET's wandering around) have lived in the US for years and can even serve in the armed forces, that is why I was asking about jury duty.

 

[LolaMoon08]

This was posted on the legal thread, and since I am not an attorney, I didn't want to say anything on that thread. I'm honestly not sure where what I have to say should be posted, so mods, if you need to move this, please do so.



I just had to comment on this and I truly hope I will not offend anyone.

Serving on a jury in the United States is a privilege we have as an American citizen. I would certainly hope that if a person is in this country illegally, no matter which county they live in, that they would have ZERO opportunity to serve as a juror.

:twocents:

There is nothing offensive about your question. There is no way that someone who is in the United States illegally will be sitting on Casey Anthony's jury. I am not a lawyer, but I can pretty much guarantee this. Now, I don't know about people who were born in other countries who are now American citizens? I would think that they would be eligible? I think if I were born into another Country and worked hard to be considered an American citizen, I would want the same rights as Americans?

 

[LambChop]

This was posted on the legal thread, and since I am not an attorney, I didn't want to say anything on that thread. I'm honestly not sure where what I have to say should be posted, so mods, if you need to move this, please do so.



I just had to comment on this and I truly hope I will not offend anyone.

Serving on a jury in the United States is a privilege we have as an American citizen. I would certainly hope that if a person is in this country illegally, no matter which county they live in, that they would have ZERO opportunity to serve as a juror.

:twocents:

Illegals don't vote so I would assume they would not be called. jmo

 

[LolaMoon08]

You may have misread my post I know there are people from other countries living here LEGALLY and those were the ones I was asking about. Some resident aliens (although that is the correct term, I can't help picturing little ET's wandering around) have lived in the US for years and can even serve in the armed forces, that is why I was asking about jury duty.

I think I understand what you are saying. I can't be 100% sure, but I wouldn't think someone in the United States, here on something like a Temporary Visa, could serve on an American jury.

In the State of Florida, you can not register to vote in any State elections even if you have a Green Card. You have to be a U.S. born citizen.

I know they used to get the list for potential jurors by who registered to vote but now it seems they do it by Drivers Licenses so people who were born outside of the United States have been called to jury duty, and from what I have heard, once they learn you were not born in the U.S. you are immediately dismissed?

I would be interested to know the facts about this also?

 

[ZsaZsa]

I think I understand what you are saying. I can't be 100% sure, but I wouldn't think someone in the United States, here on something like a Temporary Visa, could serve on an American jury.

In the State of Florida, you can not register to vote in any State elections even if you have a Green Card. You have to be a U.S. born citizen.

I know they used to get the list for potential jurors by who registered to vote but now it seems they do it by Drivers Licenses so people who were born outside of the United States have been called to jury duty, and from what I have heard, once they learn you were not born in the U.S. you are immediately dismissed?

I would be interested to know the facts about this also?

You can vote and serve on a Jury once you become a naturalized Citizen, you have the same rights and obligations as every other Citizen. You do not need to have been born in the US to achieve that.

 

[ExpectingUnicorns]

"Jury Selection Qualifications:

Jurors in the Northern District of Florida are selected at random from the certified list of registered voters from Florida' Secretary of State. One must be a registered voter and reside for one year within one of the four divisions of the Northern District of Florida."

http://www.flnd.uscourts.gov/jurors/jurySelection.cfm

Note that this is for the Northern District; it may vary in other districts.

 

[LolaMoon08]

You can vote and serve on a Jury once you become a naturalized Citizen, you have the same rights and obligations as every other Citizen. You do not need to have been born in the US to achieve that.

Thank-you. That is different than a Green Card though, right? People who have a Green Card are usually issued "Permanent Resident" cards... which is not the same, right? Or is it? Because I just read that it is illegal for anyone with a Green Card to even register to vote.

 

[nyvictoria]

I agree with Lola on her one location of Sarasota/Venice area.

Though it is a highly retired age area, this would give the first needed requirement of "no hardship", a pass and a go.

Also, there is a good size of younger, family people that are self employeed, etc, that could possibly get away, since they are involved in working from home via the internet, though, would not have kept up with the happenings of the case.
Our ex-daughter in law is an example of a work at home business woman, conducting all her work on line ~
And they would have diverse, since many have retired in this area from all over the country.

So, we'll see........

My grandmother and her sister were originally from NY but lived in Venice for many years. They're both gone now. They were ultra-conservative, as were all of their friends. I think they, along with most of the people in their social circle, would be more than willing to give Casey the DP.

 

[LolaMoon08]

My grandmother and her sister were originally from NY but lived in Venice for many years. They're both gone now. They were ultra-conservative, as were all of their friends. I think they, along with most of the people in their social circle, would be more than willing to give Casey the DP.

I'm not conservative and I would have no problem giving anyone the DP who I felt deserved it. :rocker:

 

[ZsaZsa]

Thank-you. That is different than a Green Card though, right? People who have a Green Card are usually issued "Permanent Resident" cards... which is not the same, right? Or is it? Because I just read that it is illegal for anyone with a Green Card to even register to vote.

Yes, a green card shows that you have permanent resident status. You do not have all the same rights as US Citizens- no vote, no Jury duty,you are excluded from some jobs, your right to live here can be terminated if you become a criminal. You have a SS# and pay all the same taxes etc and can even serve in the US armed forces. After 5 years you can apply for Citizenship, then you have all the same rights..

 

[sumbunny]

My grandmother owned a house in florida and was legal to live there, paid home taxes, school taxes, and encouraged local economy with purchasing.

She wasn't living in florida illegally. But, I'm sure to quite sure she wouldn't be called for Jury duty.

I do believe anyone owning a FLORIDA drivers license would be legal to serve for Jury duty though

Moo.

ETA: she didn't own a florida drivers license either though

 

[ZsaZsa]

My grandmother owned a house in florida and was legal to live there, paid home taxes, school taxes, and encouraged local economy with purchasing.

She wasn't living in florida illegally. But, I'm sure to quite sure she wouldn't be called for Jury duty.

I do believe anyone owning a FLORIDA drivers license would be legal to serve for Jury duty though

Moo.

ETA: she didn't own a florida drivers license either though

Not unless you are a US Citizen.
One of the first questions potential jurors are asked is 'Are you a US Citizen' - if you are not, you are not qualified to serve.

 

[sumbunny]

An interesting read on who qualifies.
http://www.ehow.com/list_6509987_jury-duty-laws-florida.html

QUOTE:Florida residents at least 18 years of age who are U.S. citizens may be summoned for jury duty. You only serve in the county where you reside. Potential jurors are selected from a list of all residents with drivers licenses or identification cards compiled by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Affidavits are available for those who wish to be considered for jury duty but are not on record with DMV.

People over the age of 70 will be excused upon request.

 

[Snaz]

You may have misread my post I know there are people from other countries living here LEGALLY and those were the ones I was asking about. Some resident aliens (although that is the correct term, I can't help picturing little ET's wandering around) have lived in the US for years and can even serve in the armed forces, that is why I was asking about jury duty.

Yes, Macushla, seems these eyes of mine may have played tricks on me because I could have SWORN your post said "illegally!!! (And I read it MORE than once!) Knowing now that you did, indeed, say legally, your comments make so much more sense to me....

I guess I let my emotions get the best of me for a moment. Thank you for clarifying for me!! And I apologize for misinterpreting your post.

 

[Snaz]

I think I understand what you are saying. I can't be 100% sure, but I wouldn't think someone in the United States, here on something like a Temporary Visa, could serve on an American jury.

In the State of Florida, you can not register to vote in any State elections even if you have a Green Card. You have to be a U.S. born citizen.

I know they used to get the list for potential jurors by who registered to vote but now it seems they do it by Drivers Licenses so people who were born outside of the United States have been called to jury duty, and from what I have heard, once they learn you were not born in the U.S. you are immediately dismissed?

I would be interested to know the facts about this also?

BBM

LolaMoon, I don't think being born outside of the U.S. automatically disqualifies you to serve as a juror, as long as you are a U.S. citizen.

My father was military and my brother was born in Italy. He is a U.S. citizen, and has been called for juror duty (also in the state of Florida).

 

[JDzWife]

Do you think you could be impartial?

I would like to think I could be impartial if selected to be a juror on this case. I am not opposed to the DP if I felt the crime fit the punishment.

 

[LolaMoon08]

BBM

LolaMoon, I don't think being born outside of the U.S. automatically disqualifies you to serve as a juror, as long as you are a U.S. citizen.

My father was military and my brother was born in Italy. He is a U.S. citizen, and has been called for juror duty (also in the state of Florida).

Yes, that was my mistake. I was looking up Green Cards and that is something entirely different from being/becoming a U.S. citizen. It is simply one of the steps to becoming a U.S. citizen. Zsa Zsa was kind enough to clear up all the confusion.

 

[LolaMoon08]

Yes, a green card shows that you have permanent resident status. You do not have all the same rights as US Citizens- no vote, no Jury duty,you are excluded from some jobs, your right to live here can be terminated if you become a criminal. You have a SS# and pay all the same taxes etc and can even serve in the US armed forces. After 5 years you can apply for Citizenship, then you have all the same rights..

Thank you so much, Zsa Zsa.

 

[Macushla]

Yes, Macushla, seems these eyes of mine may have played tricks on me because I could have SWORN your post said "illegally!!! (And I read it MORE than once!) Knowing now that you did, indeed, say legally, your comments make so much more sense to me....

I guess I let my emotions get the best of me for a moment. Thank you for clarifying for me!! And I apologize for misinterpreting your post.

No worries at all. You would not believe some of extremely bizarre twists I give posts when I mis read them.