What's your opinion of jury duty?

Yes it's a civic duty, but.... The lawyers lean towards stupid (read that as swayable, play on emotions, etc.) and toss intellect as they actually follow the judge's instructions. I was tossed from an asbestos suit because I was an engineer, hence had a brain. Funny the juror pool was very large. Had this early '20s black leather with silver studs everywhere type next to me. When we were asked if anyone knew anybody up there, she raised her hand. "I know you Judge. You're the SOB that sent my boyfriend to prison!" Immediately excused. She whispered to me that it got her out of an abusive relationship. Life goes on.

It's a civic duty but I'll have to agree with CAPT Kevin B.. Seems that most of the intelligent and life experienced people are eliminated fairly quick from the pool.

It's a vital role. But........it's an annoying vital role.