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Maryland Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Maryland 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
Set by each circuit (state minimum around $15/day; many counties pay more, such as $30/day, with higher pay after the fifth day in some counties)
Transportation & parking
Mileage and parking reimbursement is set by each county and varies.
Overnight / special circumstances
Yes — jurors are generally reimbursed for parking, tolls, and, where necessary, overnight accommodations during multi-day trials away from home (varies by county).

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — the employer is not required to pay wages; MD Cts & Jud Proc § 8-501 bars depriving or coercing the employee
Job protection law
Yes — MD Cts & Jud Proc § 8-501 bars depriving, coercing, intimidating, or threatening to discharge an employee for jury service, and limits scheduling around the service day
Exemptions
No — automatic occupational exemptions; excusal or deferral for undue hardship, extreme inconvenience, or public necessity

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to Circuit Court.
Common questions

Maryland jury duty FAQ

How much does Maryland pay for jury duty?
Set by each circuit (state minimum around $15/day; many counties pay more, such as $30/day, with higher pay after the fifth day in some counties). Mileage and parking reimbursement is set by each county and varies.
Do employers in Maryland have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - the employer is not required to pay wages; MD Cts & Jud Proc § 8-501 bars depriving or coercing the employee
What job protections exist for jurors in Maryland?
Yes - MD Cts & Jud Proc § 8-501 bars depriving, coercing, intimidating, or threatening to discharge an employee for jury service, and limits scheduling around the service day
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Maryland?
No automatic occupational exemptions; excusal or deferral for undue hardship, extreme inconvenience, or public necessity
Where can I find the official Maryland jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Maryland on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.