Jury Duty COVID-19 High-Risk Exemption Request

Jury Duty COVID-19 High-Risk Exemption Request Form

If you've been summoned for jury duty but have underlying health conditions that place you at high risk for severe COVID-19 complications, you may be eligible for a temporary or permanent exemption. This Jury Duty COVID-19 High-Risk Exemption Request Form provides a clear, organized way to submit your medical information and supporting documentation to the court.

Why Use This Template?

Court systems across the country recognize that certain individuals face heightened health risks when attending jury duty in person. This form helps you:

• Document your high-risk medical conditions in a format courts expect and understand
• Provide vaccination status to give the court a complete picture of your health situation
• Upload physician recommendations and supporting medical documentation securely
• Request alternative service options or postponement when appropriate
• Maintain a clear record of your exemption request and supporting evidence

Instead of piecing together letters, medical records, and handwritten notes, this Paperform template gives you a professional, court-ready submission that respects both your health needs and your civic obligations.

Who Should Use This Form?

This template is designed for:

• Citizens summoned for jury duty who have underlying conditions listed by the CDC as high-risk for COVID-19
• Court administrators who need a standardized process for evaluating medical exemption requests
• Legal aid organizations supporting vulnerable populations in navigating jury duty obligations
• Public defenders' offices helping clients understand their rights and responsibilities
• County and municipal court systems looking to modernize their exemption request processes

What Makes This Form Effective?

Built with both submitters and court staff in mind, this template includes:

• Comprehensive medical vulnerability screening covering conditions recognized by public health authorities
• Vaccination and booster documentation to provide complete health context
• Secure file upload for physician letters, medical records, and supporting documentation
• Clear emergency contact information in case the court needs to reach your healthcare provider
• Alternative service options so you can still fulfill your civic duty remotely when possible
• Professional formatting that meets court filing standards and maintains dignity throughout the process

The form uses conditional logic to show only relevant questions based on your specific situation, making it faster to complete while ensuring the court receives all necessary information.

How This Supports Court Operations

For court administrators and clerks, this template:

• Standardizes exemption requests so every submission contains the information needed for evaluation
• Reduces back-and-forth between the court and prospective jurors by collecting complete information upfront
• Creates a clear audit trail of medical exemption decisions for compliance and reporting
• Integrates with case management systems via Stepper workflows to route requests to the appropriate court staff

By moving this process online, courts can process exemption requests faster, reduce in-person contact for vulnerable populations, and maintain better records—all while treating every prospective juror with the care and respect they deserve.

Automating the Exemption Review Process

Once you've collected exemption requests through Paperform, you can use Stepper (stepper.io) to automate what happens next:

• Route submissions to the appropriate court clerk or jury services coordinator based on the severity or type of medical condition
• Send confirmation emails with case numbers and next steps to prospective jurors
• Notify physicians if additional documentation is needed
• Update court calendar systems when exemptions are approved or postponements granted
• Track exemption status in your case management system or spreadsheet
• Generate approval or denial letters automatically based on court review

These workflows ensure every exemption request moves through your process consistently, reducing the administrative burden on court staff while giving prospective jurors clear communication about their status.

Privacy, Security and Compliance

Medical information and court filings require the highest standards of data protection. Paperform is SOC 2 Type II certified and GDPR compliant, with options for data residency controls and secure file storage. All submissions are encrypted, and you can set up role-based access so only authorized court personnel can view sensitive health information.

For courts subject to state and federal record-keeping requirements, Paperform provides complete submission logs, PDF exports, and integration with secure document management systems.

Designed for Public Service

Whether you're a prospective juror trying to balance civic duty with health concerns, or a court system working to accommodate vulnerable community members, this template provides a dignified, efficient path forward. It respects the seriousness of jury service while acknowledging the real health risks that some citizens face.

By using Paperform for jury duty exemption requests, courts demonstrate their commitment to accessibility, transparency, and public health—while prospective jurors get the peace of mind that comes from a clear, professional process.

Ready to streamline your court's jury duty exemption process? This template is fully customizable to match your jurisdiction's specific requirements, visual identity, and workflows. Start with this foundation and adjust questions, add your court seal, and connect to your existing systems—no coding required.