Jury service; individuals 80 years of age or older exempt from service upon request

SB 106 would allow Alabama residents aged 80 or older to request permanent exemption from jury service. Upon submitting a written request to the court, individuals 80+ would be permanently removed from the jury pool, replacing the current system that only grants temporary 24-month exemptions for specific reasons. The bill amends Alabama Code Section 12-16-62 to establish this permanent exemption process. It would take effect on October 1, 2026, if passed. The bill directly affects eligible seniors who would no longer be required to serve on juries after making this request.