Jury Duty And Your Job
Minn. Stat. 593.50 — no firing, threats or coercion over jury service
Protected. A Minnesota employer may not deprive an employee of employment, or threaten or coerce the employee about it, because the employee receives a summons, responds, serves or attends court for jury service. The employer releases the employee from the regular schedule, including shifts, and may not require an alternative shift on a day of service.
A violation is criminal contempt, with a fine of up to $700, up to six months, or both. An employee discharged in violation may, within 30 days, sue for lost wages, up to six weeks' worth, and reinstatement, with reasonable attorney fees for a prevailing employee.
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- Minn. Stat. 593.50 — Protection of jurors' employment
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