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Committee Weighs Raising Juror Pay; Supporters Cite Representation, Cities Ask About Reimbursement
Summary
Senate Bill 370 would raise juror pay (sponsor suggested doubling current $12 rate), with supporters arguing higher pay improves jury representativeness and relieves hardship; League of Cities and Towns urged clarifying reimbursement language so municipal courts receive funds for juries.
Senator Mike Yakovich introduced Senate Bill 370, which proposes to increase juror pay in Montana. Yakovich said the current $12 daily jury fee is outdated and compared Montana’s rate to neighboring states, suggesting that a modest increase (he floated a $20–$27 figure in discussion) would help lower the financial barrier to jury service.
Proponents included representatives of tribal communities and retired legislators who argued increased compensation…
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