New Hampshire Jury Duty Laws: Pay, Employer Rules & Exemptions (2026)
Sourced · some details unconfirmed
Short answer: $10 per half day ($20 for a full day), statewide Must your employer pay you? No (unpaid time off) Updated
| Juror pay | $10 per half day ($20 for a full day), statewide |
|---|---|
| Mileage / travel | $0.20/mile |
| Must employers pay you? | No (unpaid time off) |
| Job protection | Employers may not penalize jurors (RSA 500-A). (unconfirmed) |
Note: 2026 HB 1592, which would have matched the $50 federal rate, did not become law. The $20 full-day figure is inferred from the half-day rate.
Law
- RSA 500-A:15
Sources
- gc.nh.gov/rsa/html/LI/500-A/500-A-15.htm
- law.justia.com/codes/new-hampshire/title-li/chapter-500-a/section-500-a-15/
- www.citizenscount.org/bills/hb-1592-2026
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Before You Go
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does jury duty pay in New Hampshire?
$10 per half day ($20 for a full day), statewide
Does my employer have to pay me for jury duty in New Hampshire?
No (unpaid time off)
Can I be fired for jury duty in New Hampshire?
Employers may not penalize jurors (RSA 500-A). (unconfirmed)