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New York Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What New York 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
$72/day (raised from $40 effective June 8, 2025). At firms with more than 10 employees, the employer pays the $72 for the first 3 days; the state pays jurors not compensated by an employer (Judiciary Law §§ 519, 521)
Transportation & parking
No — New York does not provide separate mileage reimbursement; the daily fee is the compensation.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem. Lodging and meals are provided when a jury is sequestered or kept overnight.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
Yes — employers with more than 10 employees must pay the first $72 of daily wages for the first 3 days of service (Judiciary Law § 519)
Job protection law
Yes — Judiciary Law § 519 bars discharging or penalizing a juror who gave prior notice; violation is criminal contempt
Exemptions
No — automatic occupational exemptions; postponement or excusal for undue hardship, medical or mental incapacity, or caregiving

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to Supreme, County, and certain City Courts.
Common questions

New York jury duty FAQ

How much does New York pay for jury duty?
$72/day (raised from $40 effective June 8, 2025). At firms with more than 10 employees, the employer pays the $72 for the first 3 days; the state pays jurors not compensated by an employer (Judiciary Law §§ 519, 521). No - New York does not provide separate mileage reimbursement; the daily fee is the compensation.
Do employers in New York have to pay employees during jury duty?
Yes - employers with more than 10 employees must pay the first $72 of daily wages for the first 3 days of service (Judiciary Law § 519)
What job protections exist for jurors in New York?
Yes - Judiciary Law § 519 bars discharging or penalizing a juror who gave prior notice; violation is criminal contempt
Who can be exempt from jury duty in New York?
No automatic occupational exemptions; postponement or excusal for undue hardship, medical or mental incapacity, or caregiving
Where can I find the official New York jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in New York on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.