Frequently Asked Questions

Jury trials usually last one day but occasionally go past 6 pm.

The court will pay persons summoned to jury duty a fee of $3 and will pay persons selected to serve on the jury a fee of $6. (Westminster Municipal Code January 22, 2012).

Thursdays

Please call 303-706-3135 after 6 pm the night before the appearance date to find out if you are to attend.

We currently utilize a jury wheel list provided to us by the State of Colorado for residents within the City of Westminster boundaries. Jurors are randomly selected by our computerized on-line jury system.

Colorado State law protects a juror’s job. (Colorado Revised Statutes 13-71-134).

Please dress comfortably. Hats are not allowed unless worn for religious purposes. Beachwear, t-shirts, shorts, halter tops, and tank tops are not allowed. Thank you.

Multiple breaks will be taken throughout the day, including a longer break for lunch. 

The Westminster Municipal Court has jurisdiction over alleged violations of the Westminster Municipal Code and Colorado Model Traffic Code.  The particular charges will not be made known to the jurors until the morning of trial if you are called to serve for jury duty.

While our proceedings are open to the public, during COVID-19 we are trying to maintain lower numbers in the building to ensure proper social distancing.  If you want to observe the proceedings, virtual access in the courtroom can be made available.

All court proceedings are open to the public.  If you were not selected as a seated juror and want to observe the proceedings, you may do so.