If you are instructed to report for jury service, you are entitled to compensation for your attendance and reimbursement for eligible travel expenses.
Juror Attendance Fee
- $50.00 for each day they are required to report for jury service.
- Mileage reimbursement for round-trip travel between their residence and the courthouse at the current federal rate of $0.725 per mile.
Overnight Travel
Jurors who reside more than 60 miles (one way) from their assigned reporting location may be eligible for overnight travel reimbursement.
Eligible jurors may receive reimbursement for:
- Lodging (up to the applicable federal per diem rate)
- Applicable lodging taxes
- Meals and incidental expenses (M&IE)
If you qualify for overnight travel, the Jury Office has provided overnight reimbursement rates below.
If You Are Staying in a Hotel
Please keep the following in mind:
- Make your own hotel reservation and request the government rate, which is subject to availability.
- Reserve a room with a standard cancellation policy. Do not book non-refundable rates or packages, as your reporting schedule or length of service may change (typically third party vendors).
- Do not reserve a hotel until you have confirmed your reporting date through the online juror system or Jury Information Line.
- Plan and pack as though you may need to remain for up to one week if selected to serve on a trial.
- Check out of your hotel on the morning you report for jury service. If you are selected to continue serving, discuss arrangements with the hotel regarding an extended stay.
- Be prepared to pay your hotel bill at checkout. Reimbursement is issued after your appearance, and hotel receipts are required for lodging reimbursement.
- If your lodging costs exceed the federal per diem rate, you are responsible for the difference.
When Will I receive Payment?
Juror payments are generally mailed approximately three weeks after your appearance or following the conclusion of a trial if you are selected to serve.
Overnight Travel Reimbursement Rates
Spokane
Hotel Stay - $212.00 hotel per diem ($126.00 hotel subsistence + $86.00 meals and incidentals). Click here for a link to Spokane Hotels.
Staying with Family or Friends - $86.00 meals and incidentals
Yakima
Hotel Stay - $178.00 hotel per diem ($110.00 hotel subsistence + $68.00 meals and incidentals). Click here for a list of Yakima Hotels.
Staying with Family or Friends - $68.00 meals and incidentals
Richland
Hotel Stay - $216.00 hotel per diem ($130.00 hotel subsistence + $86.00 meals and incidentals). Click here for a list of Richland Hotels.
Staying with Family or Friends - Richland: $86.00 meals and incidentals
Is Jury Pay Taxable?
The attendance fee paid for jury service is considered taxable income by the Internal Revenue Service. Jurors who receive $2,000 or more in attendance fees during a calendar year will receive a Form 1099-MISC. Travel reimbursements, including mileage, lodging, meals, and other approved travel expenses, are not considered taxable income.