Can 'em deaf and hard of hearing can go to court?
I am one of those hearing impaired, (my left hearing is gone and my right hearing have some hearing left) and was select to be a part of jury. And do they provide interptor (a person sign Lanauge or special kind of device that deaf people or hard of hearing could understand what it was about?
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Your physical impairments do not disqualify you for jury duty. If you wish to be excused, the judge will probably excuse you. If you make it past voir dire (the questioning of the jury panel), the Court will provide an interpreter at the expense of the parties (in my state). I've never been selected for a jury, probably because I'm a lawyer, but I think it could be a fascinating experience and would love to serve. I'd like to experience how 12 or 6 people make a decision if the case is difficult. The group dynamics really interest me. EDIT: Your additional details do not really change my answer EXCEPT, bring a handwritten note to the Courthouse or send them a letter in advance so they will have an interpretor present. Tell them which version of sign language you use.
You can often get excused from jury duty if you have those kinds of physical disabilities.
But most courts will also provide an sign language interpreter, if you are selected for the jury.
Some places are more suited for these cases than others.
Make sure you let the Judge know that you're hearing impaired right away. Most courtrooms are equipped with computers now and when the court reporter writes down what everyone says on their steno machine, it's instantly translated on the computer screen. They may be able to provide you with a laptop so you can follow the proceedings.
uh Yes! Duh!.
We are just as capable as hearing people.!!!!!
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