Currently, federal law prohibits courts from discriminating against potential jurors in a court setting based on factors such as race, gender, or socioeconomic status. However, no federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of age or disability. Many individuals with disabilities who are called to jury duty face some kind of discrimination. The Disability and Age in Jury Service Nondiscrimination Act will set law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age and disability as well. Additionally, the bill will require the courts to provide accommodations for jurors to carry out their civil duty. For instance, the court must provide sign language interpreters or braille materials for deaf or blind jurors.
