Virginia Beach Officials Urge Residents to Confirm Validity of Jury Duty Questionnaires Amid Rising Scam Concerns

Virginia Beach, Va. — The Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the city’s Circuit Court, is alerting residents to verify the authenticity of recently mailed jury duty questionnaires. Officials emphasize that these notices are genuine and not a scam. The Sheriff’s Office reported that the circuit court has implemented a new system for managing jury duty. This system incorporates a dedicated phone line, 757-384-5545, and an email address, vbjuryroom@gmail.com, for inquiries. Residents receiving the mailed notification should understand that it is not an actual summons for jury duty, but rather a questionnaire. This must … Read more

Wayne County Residents Encouraged to Respond to Jury Qualification Questionnaires as Selection Process Begins

Wayne County, Michigan, is engaging over 100,000 residents in its annual jury qualification process as part of its efforts to identify eligible jurors for upcoming cases. This initiative, managed by Yvette Blackmon, who oversees Jury Services for the Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan, plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of the legal system. Each year, Blackmon’s team randomly selects about 5% of the county’s population to fill out jury qualification questionnaires. According to Blackmon, these forms help the district courts efficiently evaluate the thousands of potential jurors available for various trials. … Read more