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Colorado Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Colorado pays for jury service, whether your employer has to keep paying you, and the exemptions and job protections the law gives you.

Updated for 2026 Last verified: Jun 10, 2026
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Jury pay & compensation

Daily jury pay
Employer pays regular wages (up to $50/day) for the first 3 days; the state pays $50/day starting the fourth day (CRS §§ 13-71-126, 13-71-129)
Transportation & parking
No — Colorado does not provide juror mileage reimbursement.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem. Sequestered jurors are accommodated at court expense.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
Yes — employers must pay regularly employed jurors their regular wages up to $50/day for the first 3 days, including part-time, temporary, and casual employees (CRS § 13-71-126)
Job protection law
Yes — CRS § 13-71-134 bars harassing, threatening, or coercing an employed juror
Exemptions
No — occupational exemptions; excusals for undue hardship; breastfeeding excusal; sole caregivers; disqualifying disability

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to District and County Courts. Municipal courts may not offer jury trials.
Common questions

Colorado jury duty FAQ

How much does Colorado pay for jury duty?
Employer pays regular wages (up to $50/day) for the first 3 days; the state pays $50/day starting the fourth day (CRS §§ 13-71-126, 13-71-129). No - Colorado does not provide juror mileage reimbursement.
Do employers in Colorado have to pay employees during jury duty?
Yes - employers must pay regularly employed jurors their regular wages up to $50/day for the first 3 days, including part-time, temporary, and casual employees (CRS § 13-71-126)
What job protections exist for jurors in Colorado?
Yes - CRS § 13-71-134 bars harassing, threatening, or coercing an employed juror
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Colorado?
No occupational exemptions; excusals for undue hardship; breastfeeding excusal; sole caregivers; disqualifying disability
Where can I find the official Colorado jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Colorado on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.