If you just pulled a pink summons card from your Lawrenceville mailbox, you're probably wondering exactly how much this is going to cost you. Let's break down the real numbers for Gwinnett County.
The Daily Rate in Gwinnett
Here’s the straight truth: you aren't going to get rich serving on a jury in Georgia. Gwinnett County currently pays $25 per day for your service. Whether you're just sitting in the jury assembly room waiting for your name to be called, or actively sitting on a trial in the Justice and Administration Center, the pay remains a flat $25.
What About Gas and Parking?
Fortunately, you don't have to stress about downtown parking fees. Parking at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center is completely free for jurors in the designated parking deck. However, Georgia does not provide a separate mileage reimbursement, meaning the gas you burn driving down University Parkway is coming out of that $25.
Your Job's Responsibility
If you work full-time in Georgia, your employer is not federally required to pay you. However, Georgia law does state that an employer cannot fire or penalize you for attending. If you are an hourly worker, you will unfortunately lose those wages unless your employer has a generous internal policy. We highly recommend talking to your HR department the minute you get your summons.