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Originally Posted by WillowTheWhisp
That's a good question about blind people and jury service. I wonder if deaf people can too? They could probably have a sign language interpreter. (If they read sign language that is) I'm really curious about this now.
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It would appear blind people can do jury service.
Support and assistance dogs
If you have a support or assistance dog it will be allowed into the courtroom. Going to court, particularly as a jury member, can mean long days. If required, it should be possible for your dog to be looked after while you are in the courtroom.
If a court session is long and your dog needs a break, you may need to arrange this with the judge via courtroom staff.
Someone may also be able to take your dog for a walk.
If you require any of these services, contact a member of court staff and they will be able to discuss your requirements and make any necessary arrangements.
The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and blind people
In certain circumstances, the DDA allows public bodies to justify less favourable treatment to ensure that a fair balance is struck between the rights of disabled people and wider concerns.
For example, a decision not to call a blind person for jury service in a particular case where it is considered vital that the jury can consider a good deal of the evidence visually is likely to be justified.