<p>Daughter just finished freshman year at college in Boston and received notice of jury duty. It clearly states that full-time students aren’t exempt from this. In our state, full-time students are exempt. Do students have to miss classes for jury duty? What happens if they get on a long trial? How do you keep up with classwork if you can’t attend class? Sorry- this isn’t something we’ve dealt with and would appreciate advice.</p>
<p>I was a full time student and TA when I was summoned for jury duty in California. Luckily it was in September before classes started. </p>
<p>MA allows people to postpone for up to a year for any reason. If the timing isn’t convenient right now, she could reschedule for a break or before/after the school year.</p>
<p>[The</a> Jury System - Overview of Jury Service](<a href=“http://www.mass.gov/courts/sjc/jury-system-b.html]The”>http://www.mass.gov/courts/sjc/jury-system-b.html)</p>
<p>Thank you for the quick response and link. I’m trying to factor in flights sending her up there and where she will reside before/after the school year for jury duty?</p>
<p>Based upon advice found here, my daughter postponed hers for after finals next year. The school typically allows them to move out later to accommodate the jury duty. I have been told that judges understand when the kids tell them of any school related conflicts. Don’t know what to tell you about flights - maybe assume she will be able to stay for an extra week and schedule a flight for then. She should then tell both the school and the judge that that is her end date!</p>