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The legal qualifications for jury service are:

• You are a citizen of the United States.
• You are 18 years of age or older.
• You can read, speak, and understand the English language.
• You reside in the State of Colorado for at least 6 months of the year.
• You have not served on a jury in any court within the past 12 months.
• You are not a primary caregiver responsible for the daily care of a permanently disabled person living in the same household and do not work outside of the home. This does not include working and residing in a home where you are an employee of an outside agency. A current statement from a medical professional, mental health professional, or Christian Science practitioner is required.
• You do not have a physical or mental disability that would prevent you from serving as a juror. A current statement from a medical professional, mental health professional, or Christian Science practitioner is required.
• There are no economic, age-related, or occupational exclusions from jury service.

You will never be asked for your social security number by email or over the phone. You will never be required to wire money or gift cards to avoid immediate arrest. If you have received a call requesting anything you feel may be a scam, please contact your local law enforcement agency.

No, children are not allowed to attend jury service. Many jury trials include exhibits or testimony not appropriate for children.