Duty

Alabama Mother’s Triumph: Supreme Court Mandate Supports Breastfeeding Moms in Jury Duty Debate

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Montgomery, Ala. — In a notable legal shift, the Supreme Court of Alabama has ruled that breastfeeding mothers who are summoned to jury duty can now seek exemption, responding to a longstanding concern among new mothers regarding civic duties and childcare. This decision underscores an increasing recognition of the personal obligations that can conflict with public service requirements. Breastfeeding mothers in Alabama have often faced the difficult choice of serving on a jury or ensuring they are available to tend to their infants’ nutritional needs. The new ruling provides them with relief that aligns with … Read more

Alabama Supreme Court Acts Fast to Excuse Nursing Mothers from Jury Duty After Public Outcry

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In a significant shift in court policy, the Alabama Supreme Court swiftly issued an administrative order granting jury duty exemptions to nursing mothers, following a contentious incident at the Jefferson County Courthouse where a mother was ostensibly threatened with child welfare intervention for bringing her baby to jury duty. Kandace Brown, the mother at the center of the incident, reported an ordeal of approximately three hours at the courthouse, during which she had to explain repeatedly to multiple court officials why her 3-month-old child’s presence was necessary. “She cannot eat without me,” … Read more

Alabama Mother’s Jury Duty Ordeal While Breastfeeding Ignites Community Outrage and Prompts Legislative Action

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MORRIS, Ala. — A controversy has erupted in Alabama after a breastfeeding mother was compelled to attend jury duty, sparking a community outcry and raising questions about the state’s accommodations for nursing mothers. Kandace Brown, a Morris resident and mother of four, was summoned to the Jefferson County courthouse in early January, with her 3-month-old daughter in tow, after her request to postpone jury duty was denied. Brown recounted that despite her efforts to resolve the matter through the usual channels before her assigned date, she was met with resistance from court officials. On the … Read more

Alameda County Superior Court Alerts Residents to Jury Duty Scam Calls Seeking Money, Personal Info

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Residents of Alameda County are being cautioned against a burgeoning scam where impostors, posing as court or law enforcement officials, are fraudulently demanding money and personal information due to allegedly missed jury duty. Individuals throughout the county are receiving phone calls from these scammers who claim that the recipient has failed to appear for scheduled jury services, thus incurring a fee. Representatives from the Alameda County Superior Court have stated these impersonators sometimes identify themselves as members of the sheriff’s office to appear credible. The scammers request personal data, including birth dates, … Read more