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When is too old for jury duty? New CA law to allow those 80 and older to opt out

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Monday, October 5, 2026 9:04PM
New CA law to allow those 80 and older to opt out of jury duty
A new California law allowing residents 80 and older to permanently opt out of jury duty without documentation is prompting a broader conversation about aging and public service.
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