Court sending out 100K federal jury selection postcards in Ohio

The front windows of the Walter H. Rice Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in downtown Dayton. THOMAS GNAU / STAFF

Credit: Thomas Gnau

Credit: Thomas Gnau

The front windows of the Walter H. Rice Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in downtown Dayton. THOMAS GNAU / STAFF

A district court is sending 100,000 postcards out as part of a federal jury selection.

The postcards are an official notice a resident was randomly selected as a potential juror for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.

Anyone who receives a postcard should fill out a jury qualification questionnaire. People can complete the questionnaire by using the QR code or link on the postcard.

“While there have been recent reports of scammers using the court’s identity, the court wants to assure the public that the postcards regarding jury qualification are legitimate,” read a press release.

The jury department will not ask for any payment or banking information. People with questions can call 833-396-3498.

“Participation in jury service is one of the highest civic obligations,” the court said. “It plays a vital role in maintaining a fair judicial system.”

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