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NewsFlorida PoliticsMay 4, 2026Florida

Florida Clerks of Court Seek $4.8 Million Increase for Jury System Funding

Florida Court Clerks are requesting $4.8 million in additional state funding to manage rising jury administration costs and modernize the juror experience. The request highlights that current jury management funding has remained stagnant since 2016 despite significant increases in summons volume and operational expenses.

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Why It Matters

If approved, the $4.8 million appropriation would provide the necessary resources for Florida Clerks of Court to manage jury trials without diverting funds from other local community services.

Key Facts

  • Florida Clerks of Court are requesting $4.8 million in additional state funding for jury management.
  • State funding for jury management has remained flat since Fiscal Year 2016–17.
  • Jury summonses in Florida have increased by 44% since Fiscal Year 2016–17.
  • Postage costs for jury administration have increased by 66% since Fiscal Year 2016–17.
  • Current daily compensation for Florida jurors is $15 per day.
  • Clerks of Court are currently using funds from other community services to cover jury management costs.
  • The Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers are working with the Legislature to secure the requested funding.

Who's Mentioned

personDoug Chorvat Jr.“President of the Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers and Hernando County Clerk o”organizationFlorida Court Clerks & Comptrollers“The organization advocating for increased jury management funding.”