There are several legal reasons for which you can be excused. All excuses must be made in writing to the U.S. District Court jury office. You can mail, fax, or email your request (If you are emailing a medical excuse, a doctor's letter will also be required). You can be excused if:

• You are 70 years of age or older
• You provide full-time care to an aged or infirm person
• You provide full-time care to children under the age of 10
• You are a volunteer firefighter or member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew
• You have a grave medical condition or physical disability (for which a doctor’s letter is mandatory)
• You have served within two years in the Federal Court

You will receive a response to your inquiry via U.S. Mail.