Question 1

How much does jury duty pay in South Dakota?

Accepted Answer

South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

Accepted Answer

No, South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

Accepted Answer

No. Both federal law and South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

Accepted Answer

Most jury duty in South Dakota 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 South Dakota jury duty pay is less than my normal salary?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, South Dakota'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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