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The Eighth Judicial District Court has been alerted to a resurgence of a scam relating to jury service. Individuals falsely identifying themselves have been phoning Clark County citizens claiming that the victims need to pay a fine or appear before a judge for failure to appear for jury service. The scammers then attempt to get funds from the victims, often asking for debit card information.

Residents should be advised that these phone calls are not coming from court officials, nor are the calls authorized or in any way approved by the court. Residents are advised not to disclose any personal or financial information to a caller claiming to collect funds for missed jury service, and should report the matter to law enforcement officials for investigation. A key red-flag is the request for money. No official representatives of the court will call to solicit money for any purposes.

“I want to make it clear that the court never solicits money on the telephone and I urge residents to report suspicious calls to law enforcement,” said District Court Chief Judge Jennifer P. Togliatti. “Jury service is a pillar of the American justice system. Judges value the jury service of our citizens and it is unfortunate that criminals try to exploit those who are unable to serve.”

Many of the victims have been senior citizens. It is optional for those over the age of 70 to serve on a jury. The District Court website offers information on jury service at http://www.clarkcountycourts.us/ejdc/juror-information/index.html. Those who have received a summons can reschedule jury service online at https://ejuror.clarkcountycourts.us. A jury phone line is also available at 702-455-4472 (callers should remain on the line for the operator).

The Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court is one of the busiest courts in the nation. Fifty-two judges preside over approximately 100,000 criminal, civil and family cases that are filed each year in District Court. The Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court judges and staff continuously work to develop new ideas, maximize efficiencies and improve access to justice. For more information about the Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court, please visit our website at clarkcountycourts.us.

 

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