Why doesn t everyone have to serve?
Historically, because of their need in the community, certain groups such as police and doctors were exempt from service. However, in 1995 the law was changed to eliminate all occupational exemptions. The purpose of the new law is to broaden the jury pool among a wider range of citizens. Now, only volunteer firefighters and members of volunteer rescue or first aid squads may be excused from service. Others do not serve because they are not qualified to serve as jurors.
