Christopher J. Esworthy
Commissioner of Jurors

COMMISSIONER OF JURORS
BROOME COUNTY
COUNTY COURTHOUSE
P.O. BOX 1766
Binghamton, New York 13902
Phone: (607) 778-2159
Fax: (607) 778-2067

  Below is a list of reasons you may defer jury duty.

Care Giver

Children:  Ages and an explanation as to why you cannot make arrangements for care, and if employed, documentation verifying your hours of employment.

Elderly/Infirm:  Doctor's note detailing patient's diagnosis and verification of care giver's services.
 
 

Medical

An original signed statement from a licensed physician that indicates a condition which renders you incapable of performing jury service, and how long it is expected to exist.
 
 

Financial

An application for an excuse may be granted if you can prove that jury service will cause a financial hardship which will significantly compromise your ability to support yourself, or your dependents.  Please Note: This excuse is only for jurors experiencing a severe financial hardship.  There are no excuses solely for loss of income. You may  be required to submit further documentation.