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Nebraska Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Nebraska 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
$35/day (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 33-138)
Transportation & parking
Yes — mileage at the state-employee rate (§ 33-138 references § 81-1176), which for 2026 is about 72.5¢ per mile.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem. Sequestration is handled by the court.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
Yes — an employer may not cause an employee any loss of pay or leave for jury service, though the employer may offset pay by the court fee received (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-1640, transferred to § 25-1674)
Job protection law
Yes — Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-1640 bars discharge, loss of pay, or other penalty for jury service; violation is a Class IV misdemeanor
Exemptions
Excusals for undue hardship or public necessity; no broad occupational exemptions

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to District and County Courts.
Common questions

Nebraska jury duty FAQ

How much does Nebraska pay for jury duty?
$35/day (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 33-138). Yes - mileage at the state-employee rate (§ 33-138 references § 81-1176), which for 2026 is about 72.5¢ per mile.
Do employers in Nebraska have to pay employees during jury duty?
Yes - an employer may not cause an employee any loss of pay or leave for jury service, though the employer may offset pay by the court fee received (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-1640, transferred to § 25-1674)
What job protections exist for jurors in Nebraska?
Yes - Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-1640 bars discharge, loss of pay, or other penalty for jury service; violation is a Class IV misdemeanor
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Nebraska?
Excusals for undue hardship or public necessity; no broad occupational exemptions
Where can I find the official Nebraska jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Nebraska on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.