Sacramento’s recent opening of the Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye Superior Courthouse is turning heads, but not just for its shiny façade. For those summoned for jury duty, this new $514 million building comes with a rather unwelcome surprise—a three-block walk from the nearest parking lot! Previously, jurors enjoyed a quick stroll across the street to the old courthouse; now, they’ll need to lace up their sneakers for a longer trek to fulfill their civic responsibilities.
The main jury parking lot remains unchanged at St. Joseph’s Jury Lot, located at 8th and G Streets. However, this shift transforms a once-simple experience into a mini workout, raising questions about preparedness for those headed to serve. The silver lining? This new courthouse boasts modern amenities, like convenient food services and a children’s waiting room, making the time spent there maybe not so bad after all.
So while you’re scheduling your jury duty, just remember: comfortable shoes may be essential if you want to avoid blisters and show up ready to deliberate. With the possibility of more people skipping jury duty due to the longer walk, will jurors soon be trading their dress shoes for sneakers? It’s a scenario you might want to keep in mind when the jury summons arrives!
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Andrew Johnson
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