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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A person is disqualified to serve as a petit juror unless the person:
(1) is at least 18 years of age;
(2) is a citizen of the United States;
(3) is a resident of this state and of the county in which the person is to serve as a juror;
(4) is qualified under the constitution and laws to vote in the county in which the person is to serve as a juror;
(5) is of sound mind and good moral character;
(6) is able to read and write;
(7) has not served as a petit juror for six days during the preceding three months in the county court or during the preceding six months in the district court;
(8) has not been convicted of misdemeanor theft or a felony; and
(9) is not under indictment or other legal accusation for misdemeanor theft or a felony.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 62.102. General Qualifications for Jury Service - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/government-code/gov-t-sect-62-102/
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