Question 1

How much does jury duty pay in New Hampshire?

Accepted Answer

New Hampshire pays $20 per day for state court jury duty. Mileage reimbursement is $0.2 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 New Hampshire?

Accepted Answer

No, New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?

Accepted Answer

No. Both federal law and New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?

Accepted Answer

Most jury duty in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire jury duty pay is less than my normal salary?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, New Hampshire's $20/day jury pay is often less than normal wages. Some employers voluntarily pay the difference. Check your employee handbook.

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