For those summoned for jury duty in Santa Clara County , reporting involves a two-step process of registration and monitoring for specific daily instructions. Reporting Instructions Step 1: Registration

The Truth: Official court personnel will never ask for social security numbers or money over the phone.

. While the court suggests "business attire," the reality of a long day in a cold courtroom means your choice of "top" matters more than you might think. The Santa Clara "Jury Duty Top": A Survival Guide When heading to the Hall of Justice Downtown Superior Courthouse

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Summons & responding

  • Summons contains reporting date, time, location (normally San Jose Superior Court or nearby courthouses), juror number, and instructions.
  • You must respond by the deadline—online, phone, or mail—per instructions on the summons.
  • Failure to respond can lead to fines or penalties.