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I haven't, but I'd be so tempted to take my pump out in the jury pool room and just start doing it while they are selecting jurors-- pretty much ensure they wouldn't pick you

@Foodnerd81: Totally had the same train of thought when I saw the title of this thread. hahaha

I did. I told the women when I checked in that I'd need a place to pump and what times. When it was time they let me use a side room. I didn't get called and was part of the group dismissed early; I don't know if that's the reason why.

I actually called ahead and asked what accommodations were available for pumping and was told that there weren't any and I should just claim an exemption even though it didn't really fit the category. I re-asked and repeated what I thought I was hearing and was told yes, just claim an exemption. I asked which one and was told it didn't matter. So I picked "had a kid that I couldn't leave unattended" and when I faxed in my exemption letter I stated the real reason and what I was told to do and when I called and what that persons name was. I never received a response but I was exempted for that time. With all of that said, I'd suggest calling ahead to see what you'd be dealing with and maybe you'll get the same answer I got.

@Foodnerd81: LOLOL! Yup! Do it!

I was called for jury duty and I sent back the card saying I was a nursing mother and they said I didn't have to report. I'm surprised they're making you go. I would think the judge wouldn't pick you for a trial if you say you're breastfeeding, but if you don't mind being picked. I'm sure they'll allow you accommodations for pumping.

I let them know when I got there, and they found a room for me to pump in. The case was a pretty gruesome murder trial and I ended up getting dismissed anyhow because I said I wasn't emotionally up to sitting on a case like that only 3 months postpartum!

Not a nursing mom (yet) but I am a litigator. I haven't had a juror who was nursing but it wouldn't really bother me personally (i.e. I wouldn't not pick you because of that). Most of the courthouses I work in have lots of extra rooms someone could pump in (jury rooms, witness rooms, deposition rooms, people's offices etc) and judges and their staff are generally incredibly nice. Also, we regularly take breaks during a trial regardless. Like, every 2 hours at least. So I don't imagine it will be a problem to accommodate, definitely just let them know what you need!

You can claim an exemption for having a young child that needs care. My husband was even able to do it and no questions were asked.