United States District Court

Western District of Virginia

United States District Court
Western District of Virginia
Honorable Michael F. Urbanski, Chief District Judge   |   Laura A. Austin, Clerk of Court   |   Jennifer K. Williams, Chief Probation Officer

Called to Serve on Petit Jury

This orientation video welcomes prospective petit jurors to the federal courts and provides an overview of the jury selection and trial processes. It dramatizes several phases of the process: citizens' reactions to being summoned, jury selection, presentation of evidence, and deliberation. Former jurors share their experiences to make others feel more comfortable and better prepared. We encourage you to watch this video before you report for service.