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Washington Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Washington 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
Minimum $10/day, up to $25/day, with the county setting the amount, plus mileage (RCW 2.36.150)
Transportation & parking
Yes — mileage at the state rate (RCW 43.03.060), which tracks the federal rate, about 72.5¢ per mile round trip for 2026.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem; courts may reimburse necessary expenses when an overnight stay is required.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — the employer is not required to pay wages, but must grant leave and may not deprive, threaten, coerce, or harass the employee (RCW 2.36.165)
Job protection law
Yes — RCW 2.36.165 bars penalizing an employee for jury service
Exemptions
No — automatic occupational exemptions; excusal for hardship or inability to serve

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to Superior and District Courts.
Common questions

Washington jury duty FAQ

How much does Washington pay for jury duty?
Minimum $10/day, up to $25/day, with the county setting the amount, plus mileage (RCW 2.36.150). Yes - mileage at the state rate (RCW 43.03.060), which tracks the federal rate, about 72.5¢ per mile round trip for 2026.
Do employers in Washington have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - the employer is not required to pay wages, but must grant leave and may not deprive, threaten, coerce, or harass the employee (RCW 2.36.165)
What job protections exist for jurors in Washington?
Yes - RCW 2.36.165 bars penalizing an employee for jury service
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Washington?
No automatic occupational exemptions; excusal for hardship or inability to serve
Where can I find the official Washington jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Washington on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.