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North Carolina Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What North Carolina 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
$12 the first day, $20/day after, and $40/day for each day served beyond 5 days in any 24-month period; grand jurors $20/day (NCGS § 7A-312)
Transportation & parking
No — statewide per-mile reimbursement; transportation may be furnished in some courts, but mileage is not a statewide juror benefit.
Overnight / special circumstances
Yes — jurors required to remain overnight are furnished accommodations and subsistence; sequestered jurors' meals and lodging are furnished (NCGS § 9-17).

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — North Carolina does not require employers to pay wages during jury service
Job protection law
Yes — NCGS § 9-32 bars discharging or demoting an employee for jury service, with civil liability and reinstatement
Exemptions
Discretionary excusal or deferral for hardship or public-interest reasons; people 72 or older may be excused on request; standard disqualifications under NCGS § 9-3

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to Superior and District Courts.
Common questions

North Carolina jury duty FAQ

How much does North Carolina pay for jury duty?
$12 the first day, $20/day after, and $40/day for each day served beyond 5 days in any 24-month period; grand jurors $20/day (NCGS § 7A-312). No statewide per-mile reimbursement; transportation may be furnished in some courts, but mileage is not a statewide juror benefit.
Do employers in North Carolina have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - North Carolina does not require employers to pay wages during jury service
What job protections exist for jurors in North Carolina?
Yes - NCGS § 9-32 bars discharging or demoting an employee for jury service, with civil liability and reinstatement
Who can be exempt from jury duty in North Carolina?
Discretionary excusal or deferral for hardship or public-interest reasons; people 72 or older may be excused on request; standard disqualifications under NCGS § 9-3
Where can I find the official North Carolina jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in North Carolina on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.