Navigating downtown Atlanta is tough enough without worrying about whether your jury service is going to drain your bank account. Here is the financial breakdown for Fulton County.
Fulton County keeps it simple: jurors are paid $25 per day for their service. Whether your trial lasts one day or two weeks, the rate remains the same. The county uses an electronic payment system, so you will likely receive a pre-loaded debit card rather than a paper check.
The Fulton County Courthouse is located right in the heart of downtown. While there are parking decks nearby, traffic and parking costs can be a nightmare. The court strongly encourages jurors to take MARTA. The Five Points station is just a short walk away. The court does not explicitly pay you extra for gas, so taking MARTA is the most cost-effective approach.
Like the rest of Georgia, Fulton County employers are not legally forced to pay your regular salary while you serve. If you are an hourly worker who relies on every shift, this $25 a day is a massive pay cut. Be proactive: speak to your manager immediately to find out if your company has a voluntary civic leave policy.
Fulton County pays $25 a day. Take MARTA to the Five Points station to avoid the headache and expense of downtown Atlanta parking.