Can I bring my cell phone/electronic device into the courthouse?

Cell phones and other electronic devices (such as laptops, tablets, etc.) are allowed into the courthouse; however use of such devices will be limited to the Jury Assembly Room. Devices must be turned off while inside a courtroom and are not permitted inside the jury deliberation rooms. Devices are not permitted to take or record photographs, video or other audio/visual images in a court facility. Any persons found in violation of electronic device restrictions shall be subject to confiscation of the device, a fine, or incarceration at the discretion of the presiding Judge of this court. Please call or email for more information.

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1. What is your inclement weather policy?
2. How was I chosen for jury duty?
3. How long is my jury term?
4. Will jury service place my job or pay in jeopardy?
5. What happens if I don’t report to jury duty or I fail to respond to the court’s questionnaire?
6. What happens when I call the recording for final reporting instructions?
7. What is the dress code for jury duty?
8. Where do I park?
9. Where do I report?
10. Can I bring my cell phone/electronic device into the courthouse?
11. What can I bring with me?
12. Can I be excused for a work or financial hardship?
13. What if I need to postpone/reschedule my date for jury duty?
14. What if I need to be excused for medical reasons?
15. What if I require an accommodation in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act?
16. What if I am not a United States citizen?
17. What if I am no longer a resident of Harford County?
18. What if I am Active Duty Military, etc.?
19. What if I am a full-time student?
20. What if I have charges pending?
21. What if I have been convicted of a crime?
22. What if I received a summons, but I recently served jury duty?
23. What if the person who received the jury summons is deceased?
24. What if I am a nursing mother?
25. What is the difference between a Trial (Petit) Jury and a Grand Jury?
26. What if I still have questions?