Question 1

How much does jury duty pay in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Arkansas pays $50 per day for state court jury duty. Mileage reimbursement is $0.25 per mile. Federal court jury duty pays $50/day regardless of state.

Question 2

Does my employer have to pay me during jury duty in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

No, Arkansas does not require employers to pay wages during jury duty. However, many employers voluntarily continue paying salaries as a benefit.

Question 3

Can I be fired for jury duty in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

No. Both federal law and Arkansas state law protect employees from termination or retaliation for serving jury duty. Your employer must allow you to take time off for jury service.

Question 4

How long does jury duty last in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Most jury duty in Arkansas lasts 1-5 days. If selected for a trial, it can last longer. Grand jury service may require several days per month for extended periods.

Question 5

What if Arkansas jury duty pay is less than my normal salary?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, Arkansas's $50/day jury pay is often less than normal wages. Some employers voluntarily pay the difference. Check your employee handbook.

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