Twice a year jury questionnaires are mailed to prospective jurors as mandated by Arizona Revised Statutes 21-311(A). Once the Jury Office receives the questionnaire, we will determine if you meet the qualifications to be a prospective juror.

Your Service to your Country, your State, your Community, and the Pinal County Judicial System... as a Juror.

PREPARED BY THE OFFICE OF CHAD A. ROCHE, CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT – PINAL COUNTY The right to “a jury of one’s peers” is a concept that anchors the cornerstone of the American justice system. Do you know how important Jury Service is to everyone? It is the collaboration of the jury and the Judge who put our guaranteed rights under the Constitution of the United States into practice. It is a vital duty and privilege of citizenship to serve on a jury, because jurors perform a unique role in the American system of justice. The juror serves to decide the facts within the criminal and civil justice system, while the judge looks at the rule of law.

Proclamation *Juror Appreciation Week*

What is a Prospective Juror Affidavit Questionnaire?

Twice a year, the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court mails a Jury Questionnaire to selected residents of Pinal County. In this way, the pool of eligible jurors remains large and viable. If you should be selected, it is important to respond quickly and accurately. This form must be returned to the Clerk of the Superior Court’s office within 10 days of receipt. Failure to respond is punishable by law.

How do I respond to this?

If you should receive our questionnaire, you can do two things. First, you can log into our convenient internet location https://pinaljury.az.gov You may sign on at any time, any day of the week. All major browsers are supported; whether your browser is Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Netscape, it only takes a few moments to complete. Have your Juror log in number handy (this number is located just beneath the barcode on the questionnaire). Then it is just a matter of entering your complete birthday, and answering a few questions. If you prefer to not use the internet, you will need to fill out the form accurately and mail it back to the Clerk of the Superior Court’s office within 10 days of receipt. If you are seeking an excuse from Jury Service at the present time, you must use the option of physically filling out the form and returning it to the office of the Clerk of the Superior Court.

Your Participation is Very Important.

The Clerk of the Superior Court, Chad A. Roche, takes his duty as the Pinal County Jury Commissioner very seriously and is proud to discharge that duty. “Our founding fathers knew how vitally important jury service is to our entire justice system,” he said. “Every defendant in a jury trial depends on the honesty and fairness of his or her peers to judge the facts of the case.” The consequences of the jury’s verdict can carry financial, long-term, and in some cases lifelong ramifications to the person facing trial. Roche continued, “I hope that my fellow citizens and residents of Pinal County will understand that while Jury Service can be an inconvenience to our daily routine, it is one of the highest calls to duty in our Republic.” He added that jurors have the unparalleled reward of upholding the justice system. If you should have any questions regarding your Jury Service, please call (520)866-5311.

Prospective Juror Questionnaire Login

Qualifications to be a Prospective Juror

• 18 years of age or older
• A citizen of the United States
• A resident of Pinal County
• Not currently adjudicated incompetent or insane
• Never have been convicted or a felony unless Juror's rights have been restored

Response to Questionnaire

Upon receiving a questionnaire you MUST:

• Return the form within 10 days
• Provide written medical verification for any type of Medical excuse
  • Arizona law requires a written statement from a physician licensed by the state of Arizona
  • In the absence of a physician, a professional caregiver may complete the following form, Request for Excuse from Jury Service

Failure to Respond to Questionnaire

• Pursuant to A.R.S. 21-316 you MUST respond instructing you to report to Florence to fill out this questionnaire

Qualified Jurors

• Qualified Jurors will be notified by mail of the date, time, and location for jury selection

Juror Reporting Information

Jury selection is the duration of one jury trial or the duration of a one day(s) selection process. If you are not assigned to a trial at the end of your appearance, you will have completed your jury service for at least 2 years. Jury selection can require your presence for a couple of hours through most of the day or possibly two days. Magazines are provided, but we suggest bringing a book or other material to occupy your time.

Unacceptable Dress for the Courtroom

Unacceptable attire includes shorts, tank tops, halters, and uniforms. You may be required to return home at your own expense if you are not dressed appropriately.

Jurors are advised to bring a sweater or dress in layers, as the temperature in the lobby and courtrooms may vary.

Special Accommodation

If you require special accommodations, please contact our office.