⚡ Miami-Dade Pay — Quick Facts (April 2026)

Employer Pay
REQUIRED ✅
For many companies
State Pay (Days 1-3)
$15/day
Only if unpaid by employer
State Pay (Day 4+)
$30/day
All jurors

Miami-Dade is the only county in Florida with a strict **local ordinance** that forces many employers to pay their employees during jury duty. This is in addition to the standard Florida state juror pay.

✅ The Miami-Dade Ordinance: If your employer has **10 or more** full-time employees and does business in Miami-Dade, they **MUST pay your full salary** for jury service, provided you give them 5 working days' notice.

Does your Miami employer have to pay?

Yes, if the following conditions are met:

  • The employer has 10+ employees.
  • You work at least 35 hours per week.
  • You provide a copy of your summons at least 5 days in advance.

Under these rules, the employer pays your regular wages, though they can deduct the $15 or $30 state fee you receive from the court.

Parking at Miami Courthouses

The **Miami-Dade County Courthouse (73 W. Flagler St)** is in a high-traffic area. Jurors are provided with validated parking at specific county garages. Check your summons for the specific garage address, as parking in unauthorized lots will result in expensive daily rates.