Are face masks/coverings required?
Face masks are required in all areas of the Federico Degetau Federal Office Building (“FOB”) building and the Clemente Ruíz Nazario Courthouse (“Courthouse”), including inside jury rooms and each courtroom. No one will be allowed to remove their face masks unless authorized by the presiding judge.
What should I do if a medical condition prevents me from wearing a mask?
You should contact the Jury Department at 787-925-0782 or 787-925-0783 before your report date.
Will I be required to remove my mask during jury selection?
No, unless the presiding judiciail officer orders otherwise. In such an ocassion, a transparent face mask will be provided.
What is the Court doing to ensure safety of the public?
- Face masks are required in all areas of the FOB and the Courthouse.
- Hand sanitizer will be available to you at multiple locations in the Courthouse and in the jury room.
- FOB and Courthouse HVAC systems have been equipped with the highest quality air filters, fresh air will be circulated in accordance with COVID-19 standards and HVAC systems will operate before and after hours to ensure maximum air circulation.
Is food available for purchase?
As a petit juror, you will be provided food only during deliberation. Otherwise, you will be provided a light snack in the morning and/or afternoon while serving as a petit juror.
I need to request an excuse or deferment based on COVID-19 related concerns. What should I do?
Please call the Jury Department immediately at 787-925-0782 or 787-925-0783.
If you are instructed to report for jury service, and you develop any of the following symptoms, do not report to the Courthouse. Instead, contact the Jury Department at (787)-925-0782 or (787) 925-0783 for further guidance:
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Sore Throat
- Fever or Chills
- Muscle or body aches
- Loss of taste or smell
- Diarrhea
- Nasal Congestion
- Breathing Difficulty