After the video, jurors are administered an oath, then wait in the jury assembly room until they are called to a courtroom. The process involves a significant amount of sitting around, and it is possible that you will not be called to any courtroom. Jury selection Throughout the day, jurors may be selected at random to report to either a civil or criminal courtroom. The judge will brief the jurors on the case and introduce the lawyers that are involved with the case. The judge will probably also read a list of everyone involved in the case and ask the jurors whether they know anyone involved.
Some states allow the lawyers to directly question each juror.
Other states only permit the judge to ask the jurors predetermined questions. You may also be required to fill out a questionnaire. The questions are designed to determine impartiality by examining past experiences, opinions and biases. Jurors may be excused from serving on a particular trial if there is any indication of bias or partiality. If you say you have been robbed, the judge or lawyers may question you further to determine if that experience will affect your ability to fairly decide the case.