Florida § 40.41 - Petit jurors; length of service.
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§ 40.41. Petit jurors; length of service.
The length of the term of service for a petit juror shall not exceed 1 day unless the juror is assigned to or impaneled on a trial that is not completed in 1 day or unless the court orders otherwise. Petit jurors awaiting assignment to a trial must be discharged as early as possible after it has been determined that their services will not be needed.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 40.41
What does Florida Statutes § 40.41 cover?
Section 40.41 ("Petit jurors; length of service.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 40.41?
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