Somerset County Juror Reporting Message
This message is for Petit Jurors summoned for service the week beginning May 5, 2025, in Somerset County:
Thank you for being available to serve as a petit juror in Somerset County the week beginning May 5, 2025.
Your service is no longer required, and you are released for the week. For the remainder of your jury service term, please report to your place of employment or follow your normal routine. This satisfies your jury service requirement for a period of (3) years. The Judges and Jury Management Office would like to thank you for your time and availability.
The best way to contact the office is to send an email to somjury.mbx@njcourts.gov.
Thank you.
IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, INFORMATION ON COURT CLOSINGS AND DELAYED OPENINGS CAN BE FOUND AT: Unscheduled Court Closings | NJ Courts (njcourts.gov).
The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement.
GRAND JURORS ONLY:
Grand Jurors selected to serve on Panels A & B will receive their informational packet by e-mail the Friday before your 1st reporting date.
To contact the Jury Management Office please call 908-332-7700 Ext. 13025 or e-mail somjury.mbx@njcourts.gov.
The Somerset County Superior Court Judges and Jury Management staff thank you for your time and availability to serve.
Thank you.
Message from Assignment Judge Kevin Shanahan
Thank you for serving the Somerset County Court. Jurors are an essential part of our justice system. I hope that you enjoy your time as a juror while you are performing this invaluable service. Thank you for serving.
Health and Safety
If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service.
Voluntary Demographic Information
The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy
Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at or by email at .
Juror Parking Directions
Bernie Field Parking Garage
Free parking is provided to Jurors in the Bernie Field Parking Garage, located on East High Street near the corner of Grove Street. There is access to the Administration Building directly from the parking deck on the GREEN level. To access the Courthouse, walk through the Administration Building to the Grove St. exit, and the Courthouse is located directly across Grove Street. The entrance to both the main Courthouse and the Historic Courthouse is on North Bridge Street (proceed LEFT around the Historic Courthouse).
We recommend that you arrive early for jury service to allow ample time to park, and to ensure availability of parking spots.
*** Street parking is also available in the area. Along Main St., on either side of Davenport St. and along the streets immediately surrounding the Courthouse, street parking is metered. Most city-run parking lots in the area also have metered spaces.
Dress Code
Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable.
Courtroom Regulations
- Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom.
- You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom.
- You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom.
If You Are Selected As A Juror
- The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc.
- The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area.
- You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch.
Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service
- The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days.
- The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service.
- Checks are processed on Friday.
- Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks.
- Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror.
Employment Protection
Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions.
Term of Service
Petit Jurors are on-call for four days or one trial. You must check the juror reporting message by calling or check the message above on Friday evening after 5:00 P.M. for Monday’s reporting instructions. These instructions will include a reporting time for jurors who are required to appear for jury service. You must also check the message on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings of your reporting week after 5:00 P.M. for the next day’s reporting instructions. If your number is within the range to report, you must report the next day. If you are chosen for the selection process of a trial you must remain until the selection is completed. You are required to serve no more than once every three years.
Smoking Policy
The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times.
Failure to Report
Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at .