Florida Jury Duty Laws: Pay, Employer Rules & Exemptions (2026)

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Short answer: $15/day for days 1-3, paid only if the employer does not continue wages. $30/day from day 4 for all jurors. Must your employer pay you? No Updated 2026-11-04

Juror pay	$15/day for days 1-3, paid only if the employer does not continue wages. $30/day from day 4 for all jurors.
Must employers pay you?	No
Job protection	Employers may not dismiss an employee because of the nature or length of jury service (Fla. Stat. § 40.271).
Age exemption	70+ may request excusal (Fla. Stat. § 40.013). (unconfirmed)
Length of service	One day or one trial. (unconfirmed)
Penalty for not showing up	Fine up to $100 plus possible contempt (Fla. Stat. § 40.23). (unconfirmed)

Note: 2024 SB 1782 proposed revising the rates; we did not confirm enactment. The pay figures are well established.

Law

Fla. Stat. § 40.24
Fla. Stat. § 40.271
Fla. Stat. § 40.013

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does jury duty pay in Florida?

$15/day for days 1-3, paid only if the employer does not continue wages. $30/day from day 4 for all jurors.

Does my employer have to pay me for jury duty in Florida?

Can I be fired for jury duty in Florida?

Employers may not dismiss an employee because of the nature or length of jury service (Fla. Stat. § 40.271).

Is there an age limit for jury duty in Florida?

70+ may request excusal (Fla. Stat. § 40.013). (unconfirmed)

What happens if you miss jury duty in Florida?

Fine up to $100 plus possible contempt (Fla. Stat. § 40.23). (unconfirmed)