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What does the compensation paid to an employee by the State or County Court depend on?
What does the compensation paid to an employee by the State or County Court depend on?
- The employee's role in the court
- The employee's level of experience
- The number of cases handled
- Changes made by the Courts (correct)
How is attendance categorized when an employee appears in court as an individual?
How is attendance categorized when an employee appears in court as an individual?
- As paid overtime
- As part of their official duties
- As a mandatory work requirement
- As vacation, compensatory leave, or unpaid leave (correct)
What happens if the number of character witnesses exceeds two?
What happens if the number of character witnesses exceeds two?
- The Civil Service Board will automatically dismiss the case
- The extra witnesses are not allowed to testify
- The employee must choose which two to keep
- A statement from additional witnesses is required (correct)
What type of parking fees are employees not reimbursed for?
What type of parking fees are employees not reimbursed for?
When are requests for witnesses required to specify the type of witness?
When are requests for witnesses required to specify the type of witness?
Why would an employee not receive reimbursement for parking receipts?
Why would an employee not receive reimbursement for parking receipts?
What is the maximum number of hours employees can be compensated for on Jury Duty in a week?
What is the maximum number of hours employees can be compensated for on Jury Duty in a week?
How should employees notify their supervisor about being called for Jury Duty?
How should employees notify their supervisor about being called for Jury Duty?
What happens to the City compensation for Jury Duty if an employee is released early?
What happens to the City compensation for Jury Duty if an employee is released early?
For how many days can employees serving State and County Court Jury Duty avoid having their fees deducted from their paycheck?
For how many days can employees serving State and County Court Jury Duty avoid having their fees deducted from their paycheck?
What is required of the supervisor once an employee notifies them about Jury Duty?
What is required of the supervisor once an employee notifies them about Jury Duty?
What must be deducted from an employee's paycheck if they serve as a juror for Federal Court?
What must be deducted from an employee's paycheck if they serve as a juror for Federal Court?
What type of shift qualifies employees for paid leave if summoned for jury duty the day before?
What type of shift qualifies employees for paid leave if summoned for jury duty the day before?
What is the consequence if an employee fails to report back to work after jury duty?
What is the consequence if an employee fails to report back to work after jury duty?
Study Notes
Jury Duty/Court Appearance Provisions
- Employees serving jury duty are classified as "JD" (Jury Duty) and compensated for actual lost working hours, up to 40 hours per week at the regular hourly rate.
- Night shift employees (11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.) summoned to jury duty on the day before their shift receive paid leave for that shift.
- Early release from jury duty requires employees to report back to work during their regular schedule; otherwise, they forfeit City compensation for jury duty hours absent.
- Employees must promptly notify their supervisor when called for jury duty; supervisors will document the summons and include it with payroll sheets.
Compensation Details
- Employees serving as jurors in Federal Court will have their jury duty fees deducted from their paycheck equal to the Federal compensation received.
- For State and County Court jurors, the first three days of service will not incur fee deductions; fees equivalent to the county/state compensation will be deducted for service beyond three days.
- Changes in court fee structures will be reflected in employee paychecks.
- Employees will not be reimbursed for parking costs if free parking is provided by the court.
Attendance and Leave Policies
- Attendance in private litigation (not related to official duties) must be categorized as vacation, compensatory leave, or unpaid leave.
Civil Service Board Requests
- Requests for witness appearances before the Civil Service Board must distinguish between character witnesses and those testifying about specific incidents.
- If there are more than two character witnesses, they must submit a statement to the Civil Service Board affirming the employee's character under appeal.
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Description
Explore the details of Article 33 relating to jury duty and court appearances from the AFSCME Local 1907 and City of Miami negotiations. This quiz covers employee compensation and obligations during jury service, providing insights on regular hourly rates and conditions. Test your understanding of union proposals and workplace regulations.
