Petition · past parliament · Ministry of Justice
Abolish compulsory jury service
Closed
44 signatures
What the petition asks
I advocate for abolishing compulsory jury service due to its potential impact on individuals' lives, causing disruptions, financial strain, and therefore potentially compromising the fairness of trials.
We believe compelling individuals without their explicit consent infringes on their rights. The obligation to serve on a jury is imposed without voluntary agreement, disrupting personal and professional lives. We consider that this lack of consent challenges the democratic principle that citizens should have a say in the responsibilities imposed on them. If jurors are grappling with anger, stress, or personal concerns such as lack of childcare or financial hardship, it could impact their ability to make unbiased decisions.
Timeline
| 21 Dec 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
44
Status
Closed
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
21 Dec 2023
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.