Your jury service may be postponed only one time. Juror compensation is set by Charleston County Council. Mileage is reimbursed at a rate of 24.5 cents per mile per day, and mileage is calculated based on your zip code. Free parking is available at the Judicial Center. Except in special situations, meals and snacks are not provided by the court.
Jurors are generally free to leave the building for lunch and to return home in the evening.
There is a snack bar located on the second floor of the Judicial Center, and a number of eating establishments in the neighborhood. You may not take food or beverages into the courtroom. If you leave the Judicial Center for lunch, you must not be late in returning at the time specified by the judge or clerk in charge. Your service will normally be only for one week. Numerous courts may be in session during the term for which you have been selected to serve.