This law section protects jurors and employees involved in jury duty in Virginia. It prohibits employers from penalizing employees for jury service and sets restrictions on contact with jurors after trials. Additionally, it criminalizes attempts to influence jurors improperly.
Yes, employers cannot discharge or penalize employees for jury duty and must allow time off without requiring sick or vacation leave, provided reasonable notice is given.
No, if an employee serves four or more hours on jury duty in one day, they cannot be required to start work after 5:00 p.m. that day or before 3:00 a.m. the next day.
No, contacting a juror with the intent to harass, threaten, or intimidate is prohibited and classified as a Class 1 misdemeanor.
Attempting to procure or influence a juror with the intent to sway their verdict is a Class 3 misdemeanor under Virginia law.