that can figure out ways to make very complex computer systems work. Why not let each person's name be flagged in the system every time a summons is sent, again when they return their forms, again when they show up, and yet again if they serve on a jury. Then the computers can skip the names which have lots of flags in favor of the names which have few or no flags. It simply cannot be that difficult to make the system fair to all. I think they just don't care. I also strongly agree jurors should be paid much more for their valuable time. This will make for much happier and less stressed jurors who can focus their attention on the case at hand and ultimately deliver much more fair and thoughtful verdicts. There will also be a lot fewer people trying to get out of it in the first place. I will end by saying that despite what I've said, jury duty is worthwhile. It is not just criminals getting off and frivolous lawsuits. There are also lots of falsely accused people and true crime victims that really do need our help Roaslie, I agree. I too, am harrassed with summons. I have given up voting and if I could I'd give up driving if the summons would just stop coming. I have served multiple times and lost income as well -- and know many people who have never been summoned, and would love to have the opportunity.