I've been summoned for jury duty from [date]; I wanted to flag it early so we can plan cover.
Shift work
Leaving a Shift Early for Jury duty
Leaving a shift early for jury duty is mostly about cover. Tell your supervisor early and line up someone for the rest of the shift.
Say what you need, briefly
A summons is an obligation you inform about, not ask for. Share the dates early and focus on cover.
Sort cover for your shift
On a shift, leaving early hinges on cover. Tell your supervisor as early as you can, and where you can, line up a colleague to cover the rest of your shift so the floor isn't left short.
Example messages
I have a court appointment on [day] and will be out; I'll hand my work over beforehand.
Jury service starts on [date] and the length isn't fixed yet; I'll keep you updated and prioritise handover.
Mistakes to avoid
Don't leave the floor short without a word. Flag it early and help line up cover for the rest of the shift.
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Common questions
Do I ask or inform?
You inform. Jury duty is an obligation. Share dates and plan cover.
What matters most on a shift?
Cover. Tell your supervisor early and, where you can, arrange a colleague to cover the rest of your shift.