ExMarlboroMan wrote:I recently got the call to serve, and the questionnaire too. I REALLY didn't like the fact they asked these questions, as well as asking for my social security number! Begrudgingly I filled out the form anyways. When folded and sealed the way they wanted it (two pieces of tape, only on the sides) I was able to pop open the middle and read my SS number! Any joe blow could have too, so I disregarded the instructions and taped it so it could not be opened and read with out some work on the tape. Though that doesn't change the fact my SS number now has more potential to end up in the hands of the wrong person/s.
I ended up losing 5 hours of work, and some cell phone minutes, but i didn't get picked after all. They sent me a 7 dollar check and I just tore it up and trashed it, what a joke.
I wanted to serve, and would like the experience, However I do not agree with the process, and definitely not with the questionnaire.
A few years ago I did the same routine for Harris county and was not asked these questions.
Here's the great part I always love doing:
RE: Soc. Sec. Number and Jury Pay :
I always claim the $7.00 as Misc Income on my 1040 Tax return with "Jury Pay" written beside it, like I'm "supposed to" then, if you want to, I guess you could deduct the $6.00 you spend for parking in the "Jury's Garage" I wonder if the IRS sees that, they'll figure, WOW, this guy is honest, let's NOT audit him.
I doubt hardly anyone else claims that big jury pay check as income.