How to get excused from jury duty in Madison County, Illinois
The excusal routes Madison County, Illinois actually recognizes — what each one needs, who decides, and where it goes.
Madison allows only ONE deferment per summons, but offers a distinctive alternative: attending the Jury Commission's monthly meeting (3rd Wednesday) in person instead of mailing a letter.
Your routes in Madison County, Illinois
Age exemptionUsually automatic
Illinois recognizes standard age-based accommodations in most counties.
See the full detail →Financial hardshipModerate — one deferment only
Mail or fax a letter from a doctor, employer, or personal statement at least two weeks ahead — or attend the monthly Jury Commission meeting in person.
705 ILCS 305 (Illinois Jury Act). Illinois' undue-hardship standard — Madison County allows only one deferment per summons, but offers an in-person alternative at its monthly Jury Commission meeting.
See the full detail →Medical conditionHigh, with documentation
A doctor's letter is accepted the same way — by mail, fax, or in person at the monthly meeting.
705 ILCS 305. Recognizes documented medical conditions as an excusal ground.
See the full detail →Contact the court
Madison County Jury Commission, 155 N. Main St., Suite 6, EdwardsvilleJury line: (618) 296-4599
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