Video lessons designed to help parents train their children to become Jehovah's friend. Crossposted, but at least Ynot has confirmed that I am always right. (Luke 12:14) The apostle Paul raised similar questions in his letter to the Corinthians: "What do I have to do with judging those outside? Moreover, Jesus was not sent to earth to arbitrate in such a matter, but was commissioned to use his time preaching the Kingdom good news. Jehovah's Witnesses believe salvation is obtained by a combination of faith, good works, and obedience. Unlike the other jurors, she could not accept the claim that the injuries came from an accidental fall. . Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.". A Montana law caps punitive damage awards at 3 percent of a company's net worth or $10 million, whichever is less. Still, most people have only a vague idea of how juries are selected and what they do. Jurors concluded church elders did not receive notice of the 32-year-old woman's abuse in 1998 as she said they did, and therefore did not have a duty to tell authorities. This is a petit (small) jury, in contrast with a grand jury. Thu., Sept. 27, 2018. However, I never got to actually sit on the jury. as it carries out such legal functions, for they do not want to ?take a stand against it? Where this prevails, a Christian must decide how to respond when directed to report for jury duty. Within the United States, the situation in one state may be quite different from that in another state. ONLINE LIBRARY. Former Jehovah's Witnesses who have testified before a state grand jury say investigators are seeking to shatter the wall of secrecy around the religion's leaders and their response to sex abuse complaints. Citizenship and the lack of it profoundly impacted various legal and political rights, the most notable of which were suffrage rights at both the federal and state level, the right to hold certain government offices, jury duty, military service in the United States Armed Forces, as well as many other activities, besides access to government . 1997 (Personal matter but WTS "gives permission" to serve on a jury and have the congregation not levy any punishment (in print anyway). He confessed to committing many of these criminal offenses to the Grand Jury, and admitted to a life-long struggle with deviant impulses. 12 Replies A mature Christian would also reflect on whether he would share any responsibility for the sentence rendered by judges. Some have referred to Jesus? A jury of 12 or so persons hears the evidence and determines guilt or innocence. One thing I would do is go after these school officials who have larger budgets with fewer students and then cut teachers from the staff while claiming it is because of budget cuts. An employee is entitled to paid time off without charge to leave for service as a juror or witness. Each Christian has to decide for himself what he will do, and others should not criticize his decision.Galatians 6:5. Fax : 803-765-5283. It is not uncommon for Jehovahs Witnesses to lodge a copy of their advance directives with their General Practitioner who should be contacted. Watchtower ONLINE LIBRARY. . Go to your doctor and tell him/her that you have been suffering from panic attacks lately and feel you cannot be confined to a small space for a period of time. The first passage tells of a Jewish man who asked Jesus to judge in a legal dispute over inheritance. It's the least I can do after all those years of uppity judgment I used to have. Use one of the following options to contact Jehovah's Witnesses in your area. Similarly, in a coroner?s jury (jury of inquest), the jurors weigh evidence to decide whether a crime was committed. i think otherwise he would have done it. Though years have now passed, her conscience still troubles her; she feels that she was part of a miscarriage of justice. by Nancy Drake In this Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015, file photo, the iconic Watchtower sign is seen on the roof of 25 . The use of juries is not universal. The second time, I didn't even make it through voir dire--and got dismissed that day. Civil suits or fraud etc. (Compare Genesis 39:17-20; 1 Timothy 5:22.) In many states and in Wisconsin especially for the last 25 years at least, DL records have been used to keep the jury pool diverse and just to have enough people to call. latest (Deuteronomy 1:16, 17) Valid as such points are, responding to a direction to report for jury duty is different from involving oneself in the business of others. Still others have accepted any jury assignment, feeling that it is Caesars right to oblige persons to serve in the civil capacity of hearing evidence and honestly deciding on questions of fact or guilt. Office of Jury Commissioner Address Street Address 560 Harrison Ave., Boston, MA 02118 Directions Mailing Address 560 Harrison Ave., Suite 600, Boston, MA 02118 Directions Phone Juror helpline (toll-free in Massachusetts) (800) 843-5879 (THE-JURY) Monday-Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm Delinquent jurors (877) 966-7469 Within the United States, the situation in one state may be quite different from that in another state. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. A former Jehovah's Witness is using stolen documents to expose allegations that the religion has kept hidden for decades. HC Deb 20 June 1988 vol 135 cc883-906 883. Some Christians have reported for jury duty and have served on certain juries. The case that prompted Wednesday's ruling involved two women, now 32 and 21, who allege a family member sexually abused them and a third family member in Thompson Falls in the 1990s and 2000s. If a person cannot be exempted when called for jury duty even after explaining matters to the judge, he can, nevertheless, state his conscientious scruples regarding a case when questioned by the lawyers before the trial begins. What scriptures do you think he had in mind? Other Christians, though, have decided otherwise. Nine Dollars . Rats! While referring to the judiciary of secular courts as "unrighteous men," Paul did not deny that such had a place in handling secular affairs. In the state of Georgia, any person 70 years of age or older is entitled to make a request to the board of jury commissioners or its clerk in writing, accompanied by an affidavit giving the person's name, age, and such other information as the board may require, in order to be excluded from further jury duty. He was picked. Later, King Henry III of England provided for the accused to be judged by his neighbors. . Can The tpms sensors on a 2002 Ford Explorer can be activated using a magnet.. A jury is a group of people randomly selected to make decisions at a trial in a court of law. The lawsuit claimed the local and national Jehovah's Witnesses organizations were negligent and violated a Montana law that requires them to report abuse to outside authorities. The elders expelled the abuser from the congregation in 2004 then reinstated him the next year, the lawsuit states, and the abuse of the girl who is now 21 continued. Unlike the other jurors, she could not accept the claim that the injuries came from an accidental fall. facts are never revealed) I was called up for jury service once and Each Christian has to decide for himself what he will do, and others should not criticize his decision. For example, on a grand jury, the jurors decide whether the evidence warrants someone's being brought to trial; they do not determine guilt. Also, the attorneys for each side have the prerogative to dismiss a few jurors. From a pool of persons called for jury duty, some are selected at random as potential jurors for a particular case. Each time I explained to the court that I felt in good conscience that I wouldn't make a good juror as I was a JW and to judge a person was not up to me but up to God. Most of the JW's I knew tried the conscience thing to get out but failed most of the time. Paul counseled: "Render to all [the superior authorities] their dues, to him who calls for the tax, the tax; to him who calls for the tribute, the tribute; to him who calls for fear, such fear." latest Remarry, unless they were granted a "scriptural divorce" by the elders on the basis of adultery, or if their spouse is dead. He counseled: "You must all obey the governing authorities. The Babylonian government commanded them to report to the plain of Dura, and their doing so did not violate God?s Law. This Biblical counsel certainly should alert Christians to be slow about getting involved in others personal differences, especially those outside the congregation. My honey was called to jury duty. Jose Serrano, 69, of Lancaster County is alleged to have molested six young girls, including his own daughter, in 2011. Thanks Mis. wrote the letter to the courts. When confronted with an opportunity to handle a legal dispute, their Exemplar the Lord Jesus Christ turned it down, saying: "Who appointed me judge or apportioner over you persons?" What are jehovah's witness olibigation when it comes to jury duty? It was felt that since they knew the accused, their judgment would be fairer than procedures in which he tried to prove his innocence by combat or by surviving some ordeal. "There's a strange validation that came from that. A father, daughter and strip club bouncer convicted of murder in 2015 are entitled to a new trial because the judge on the case unfairly kept a Jehovah's Witness off the jury, an appeals court . But if you are doing what is bad, be in fear: for it is not without purpose that it bears the sword; for it is God?s minister, an avenger to express wrath upon the one practicing what is bad." Generally, the court sends notices to appear for jury duty to individuals selected from lists of voters, licensed drivers, or the like. Jehovah's Witnesses, Murrieta, California; French Valley Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, Murrieta, California, Inc.; and Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses) were defendants in the trial court but Plaintiff dismissed them. I sat in several trials taking notes as a reporter. If I'm part of the selection, it could be one day, a few, or many, depending on the case. 33 Replies (Daniel 3:1-12; Luke 2:1-4) There are, though, factors that sincere Christians can consider. Your jury vote gets diluted by 12, and in many courts a sole vote can hang a jury. I just love this statement. Do you not judge those inside [the congregation], while God judges those outside?" In balancing factors, Christians should consider whether they can submit to certain demands made by Caesar. Each Christian has to decide for himself what he will do, and others should not criticize his decision. What was clear was that if he refused it, the WTBTS would not pay his legal costs. The Jehovah's Witnesses are not exempted from jury duty by statute. But a distinctive feature of common law countries is the use of juries composed of average citizens. 49.Serve on jury duty 50. Later, King Henry III of England provided for the accused to be judged by his neighbors. And it is noteworthy that in most places being a juror does not involve sharing in political matters, which a Christian would not do because of his neutral position. Credit:AP Photo/Matt Rourke Sign up for our newsletterto get our investigations and reporters' insights delivered straight to your inbox. Will require a letter from superior. What is the moral lesson of at wars end by rony diaz? He went on to state that Christians should strive to avoid even taking their grievances or disputes to worldly courts for handling. they be exempted from service due to religious convictions (such as Jury duty is mandatory for all summoned citizens unless excused. Our Savior's answer is, "Judge not that you be not judged. All rights reserved. I would love that duty. It is not as if secular courts are fundamentally wrong.Acts 24:10; 25:10, 11. | Georgia Military Jury Duty Excuse (Matt. (Exodus 22:2; Deuteronomy 21:8; 22:8; Jeremiah 2:34; Matthew 23:35; Acts 18:6) At Jesus? How do JW's get out of it??? The state is there to serve God for your benefit. Weddings of Jehovah's Witnesses often consist of a simple and dignified ceremony that features a brief talk based on the Bible. For instance, in some places capital punishment is a possible or mandatory sentence for a person found guilty of certain crimes. Still, the 21-year-old woman's attorneys say Wednesday's verdict sends a message to the church to report child abuse to outside authorities. It has been reasoned that all citizens benefit from courts and so should be willing to be jurors, even as all benefit from other governmental services and so should pay taxes for these. If any Jehovah's Witness is deemed to be an apostate, she or he will be disfellowshipped. Paul wrote: "It is God?s minister to you for your good. Not every employer will pay someone who is on jury duty. . never been on a jury but I have been in the standby pool for my District court. Others have felt compelled to decline even in the face of punishment. Christians strive to mind their own business, not getting involved in "other peoples matters." MANY persons look to the court or judicial system for justice. (1 Thessalonians 4:11; 1 Peter 4:15) When a Jew asked Jesus to judge a matter about inheritance, he responded: "Man, who appointed me judge or apportioner over you persons?" (Mark 15:1; Acts 5:27-34) There was no provision for the average Jew to be on a civil jury. But even if you live where such juries are not used, you can profitably consider the question, for some of the relevant Bible principles can apply to you if you are asked to judge in a dispute on your job or to mediate some dispute in your neighborhood. After Gods servants ceased to be under the Mosaic Law, they had to deal with secular courts in various lands. Some jurors have consulted horoscopes, given in to personal prejudice or yielded to pressures from others in making a decision. In lands where what is called "civil law" prevails, legal cases (both criminal and civil) are usually heard and decided on by a single professional judge, or by a panel of justices. (Compare Genesis 39:17-20; 1 Timothy 5:22.) What to do? It must be your personal decision not to serve not because the WTS is telling you not to serve on a jury duty. Other lands used juries made up of citizens. But My dad was picked for a murder trial anyways while he was an elder (this was like 20 years ago). I've already done the preliminary questionaire online and have to check (also online) the day before my scheduled appearance date to see if I must show up or if it has been cancelled. So, what is your experience and opinion of the judicial process if you've ever done jury duty? In some states, the employer has the right to request proof from the local court system that the employee was summoned to the court for jury duty. Exemptions, however, are not granted everywhere. 13:1-7, The Jerusalem Bible. In a civil case, the jury might award damages or compensation. Legal Statement. Jury legislation has a long history which we describe in paragraphs 2.2-2.7. And in the state of Colorado persons who can prove by documents that they are Jehovah's witnesses are granted exemption from jury duty. This is something I'm looking forward to in a lot of ways just for the "new experience" it will give me. I will post my experience of the process..pro or con at that time. . During the trial she realized that on her job at the hospital she had seenX rays of the victim, which were rejected as evidence at the trial. You're awesome, Blondie! He and the attorneys examine each potential juror. ?Daniel 3:16-18. by freddi Everybody knows that demons are known to infest people who sit on a jury. . This is an authorized Web site of Jehovah's Witnesses. Understandably, Paul did not here mention serving on a jury, for under Roman rule there were no citizens? Some have referred to Jesus words in Matthew 7:1,2: Stop judging that you may not be judged; for with what judgment you are judging, you will be judged. However, the context shows that Jesus was speaking about a personal or private type of judging, such as criticizing the personal habits and preferences of others. Plaintiff is identified by the pseudonym J.W. Still, some persons have reasoned that the local or national government is taxing ones time in requiring any qualified citizen to serve briefly as a juror. (Matthew 22:17-21) If Caesar says that citizens must give of their time and efforts to clean roads or perform other work that is among Caesars functions, each Christian must decide whether to submit.Matthew 5:41. Some Christians have refused jury duty, perhaps mentioning to the authorities how impractical it would be to compel a person to sit through a trial and then have a hung jury because he feels he would not want to pass judgment on anyones guilt. The court opinion reported that he, "stated that it violated his personal freedom of conscience to serve as a juror and that he felt he had authority under his religious beliefs to serve within his congregation with power to judge or decide but not to so serve outside his congregation and cited quotations from the scriptures to support his belief." They were paid $35 per day for jury duty. 12 Replies The Jews readily said: "His blood come upon us and upon our children. He and the attorneys examine each potential juror. Her in NC you only get paid I think $12/day but most employers still pay you your salary. I think that JWs should encourage jury duty. This is the time to speak up if one has a conscientious reason for not serving because of the nature of that case. However, I would rather spend the time on jury duty than having to go to the Grand Boasting Session. Still, some persons have reasoned that the local or national government is "taxing" one?s time in requiring any qualified citizen to serve briefly as a juror. What they did thereafter was another matter, as the Bible shows. "Jehovah's Witnesses abhor child abuse and strive to protect children from such acts. A non-exempt employee will be granted leave with pay for actual time spent on witness duty and in related travel if subpoenaed to be a witness in an administrative or legal proceeding not involving Berkeley Lab or UC. Jehovah?s witnesses recognize that what people do with reference to jury duty is a personal matter, governed by the dictates of conscience. Study psychology, philosophy, sociology, and viewpoints that might shake their faith 51. Naturally, if you live where the possibility exists of being called for jury duty, you might well ask, Should a Christian serve on a jury? You will need to provide a letter from your superior. You don't always know what kind of a case you I remembered vaguely about not being able to serve on a jury as a JW. They listen to the evidence presented by both the defense and the prosecution, talk about the case with each other and make a decision as to the guilt or innocence of the person on trial. In some lands, the judicial system uses juries selected from the citizenry. The Board of Regents approved this statement at its June 2018 meeting in Chicago, IL. What does this mean emulate what you respect in your friends? While I was waiting to be put on a case, they gave us a piece of paper of instruciton. (Luke 20:25) In jury duty the task is to hear evidence and offer an honest opinion on points of fact or law. Copyright 2001-2015 Jehovah's Witness Discussion Forum | JW.Org Community Information. ", Attorneys for the Jehovah's Witnesses said in court filings that Montana law exempts elders from reporting "internal ecclesiastical proceedings on a congregation member's serious sin.". Then, depending on the type of case, the judge may sentence the guilty parties. To request a deferral from jury duty, you must submit a completed copy of your "Jury Information Form", with the request written out. This contradicts countless scriptures which . The amount was later reduced to $15.6 million, including $8.6 million in punitive damages. What of a common trial? You can also find elders and MS that will say you can't (probably didn't read the last QFR). latest Some may automatically be disqualified, such as convicted felons and the mentally incompetent. If a person cannot be exempted when called for jury duty even after explaining matters to the judge, he can, nevertheless, state his conscientious scruples regarding a case when questioned by the lawyers before the trial begins. WhatistheattitudeofJehovah'sWitnessestowardjuryduty?U.S.A. In a civil case, the jury might award damages or compensation. The congregation of Israel had God?s laws on inheritance and designated older men to resolve disputes of that sort. Non-Exempt Employees. A jury duty excuse letter aims at explaining to the court officials why you would rather not attend the duties altogether. News > Nation Jury: Jehovah's Witnesses must pay $35M to abuse survivor. The apostle Paul urged "holy ones" in Corinth to settle differences within the congregation. For example, in the United States, a grand jury of from 12 to 23 members decides whether there is enough evidence for a person to be indicted for a criminal offense; it does not determine guilt or innocence. The jury duty excuse letter template is an opportunity for the juror to grasp. However, the 1977 Act still Naturally, if you live where the possibility exists of being called for jury duty, you might well ask, Should a Christian serve on a jury? Jury is now a personal decision; except it was always a personal decision; but now it is looked down on less when you make a personal decision. A part of it read that religious convictions was not an adequate excuse to be exempt from Jury Duty. I have been through it twice. Yet, authorities are increasingly eliminating exemptions so that all are obliged to report for jury duty, perhaps repeatedly over the years. I've never been summoned for jury duty, but my mom was - more than a year after she died. The jury awarded the 21-year-old woman $4 million for her injuries, plus $30 million in punitive damages against Watchtower and $1 million in punitive damages against the Christian Congregation. When confronted with an opportunity to handle a legal dispute, their Exemplar the Lord Jesus Christ turned it down, saying: "Who appointed me judge or apportioner over you persons?" In 2012, a jury awarded Conti $28 million, believed to be the largest . I did not want to do this at all. Jehovah's Witnesses believe Jesus is Michael the archangel, the highest created being. . Don't know about times past, but I think it's a conscience matter now. jw (Some may be exempted because they have strong personal, conscientious objections to jury service.) In that case he should prepare himself to face whatever consequences may arise as a result of his decision. The Associated Press generally does not name people who say they are a victim of a sex crime. Still, most people have only a vague idea of how juries are selected and what they do. MANY persons look to the court or judicial system for justice. 14:1-4,10) However, a minister might well refer to Luke 12:13, 14 and 1Corinthians 5:126:8. 2:1-4; Acts 5:29) Hence, some Christians have concluded that they ought to accept jury duty. From a pool of persons called for jury duty, some are selected at random as potential jurors for a particular case. Even in other ways, might this sort of problem arise for a Christian juror? jw Candace Conti drew worldwide attention in her fight against the Jehovah's Witnesses when a jury awarded her $28 million in damages - the largest verdict for a single victim of child abuse against a religious organization in U.S. history. Following a jury award of $35 million to a woman who accused the congregation of covering up her childhood sex abuse, other former Jehovah's Witnesses say there's a pattern of mishandling allegations. As time went by, the jury system changed into an arrangement whereby a group of citizens were to hear a case and reach a verdict based on evidence. 6 Replies Elsewhere, what is known as common law prevails, and juries are part of the judicial process. MANY persons look to the court or judicial system for justice. each Christian faced with jury duty must determine what course to follow, based on his understanding of the Bible and his own conscience. A letter from your employwer generally is not enough. Of course, if the hardship was great I guess I would be saying something else. 29-31 - Awake!1980 Questions From Readers (2 occurrences) 27-29 Questions From Readers ***. If a guilty verdict is in error and the death penalty is imposed, would a Christian on the jury share bloodguilt? Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome . But even if you live where such juries are not used, you can profitably consider the question, for some of the relevant Bible principles can apply to you if you are asked to "judge" in a dispute on your job or to "mediate" some dispute in your neighborhood. But a distinctive feature of "common law" countries is the use of juries composed of average citizens. (Some may be exempted because they have strong personal, conscientious objections to jury service.) What of a common trial? 1866.But there is no assurance from this record or elsewhere that if the names of all adult Jehovah's Witnesses were added to the master jury box source, the same religious tenets that compel these people to decline participation in the electoral process of government would not lead them to attempt to refuse . (Luke 20:25) In jury duty the task is to hear evidence and offer an honest opinion on points of fact or law. In the final analysis, each Christian faced with jury duty must determine what course to follow, based on his understanding of the Bible and his own conscience. They generally do not feel they should, but it is their favorite hobby! Find a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Sounds right up their alley. It was felt that since they knew the accused, their judgment would be fairer than procedures in which he tried to prove his innocence by combat or by surviving some ordeal. If his conscientious scruples are not accepted as disqualifying him for jury duty, the Christian may feel that he will have to refuse to serve in order not to violate his conscience. "Hopefully that message is loud enough that this will cause the organization to change its priorities in a way that they will begin prioritizing the safety of children so that other children aren't abused in the future," attorney Neil Smith said Thursday. Still others have accepted any jury assignment, feeling that it is Caesar?s right to oblige persons to serve in the civil capacity of hearing evidence and honestly deciding on questions of fact or guilt. #15. matters should be confined to the congregation, rather than be a juror in a secular court of law. . HELENA, Mont. "Watchtower instructed everyone involved that they were not to report the matter to authorities. But if you are doing what is bad, be in fear: for it is not without purpose that it bears the sword; for it is Gods minister, an avenger to express wrath upon the one practicing what is bad." Sometimes life gets busy, and jury duty can seem like an unnecessary inconvenience in your schedule. However, they cut it down to a waste of the morning the second time. The second passage pertains to a case of wrongdoing in the Corinthian congregation. latest If a person cannot be exempted when called for jury duty even after explaining matters to the judge, he can, nevertheless, state his conscientious scruples regarding a case when questioned by the lawyers before the trial begins. 5:12, 13. Secular courts are a function of "the superior authorities." What should a Christian do when called for jury duty? It is closer to the situation of Daniels three companions. ?1 Peter 2:19. (Exodus 22:2; Deuteronomy 21:8; 22:8; Jeremiah 2:34; Matthew 23:35; Acts 18:6) At Jesus trial Pilate wanted to be "innocent of the blood of this man." The group needs to be reduced to the number who will actually sit through the trial of that case. Some Christians in this situation have used the time to do informal witnessing. The monetary award must be reviewed by the trial judge and could be reduced. 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