The instructions read 1) no outside food or drinks (no drinks will be a problem for me). 2) No phone (understandable), or phone turned all the way off and locked in some kind of security pouch, may as well just leave it in the car. 3) No electronics of any kind including an e-reader.

I know I’m there to do my civic duty. I also know there is a lot of downtime. And I know my ability to sit quietly and pay attention is a finite resource. What is allowed (knowing my mileage may vary)?

  • paperback book?
  • paper sudoku book?
  • I crochet, could I bring a SMALL project?
  • I need caffeine to not suffer withdrawal headaches but don’t drink coffee, so could I bring a water additive that’s caffinated? Are all outside liquids banned? My fave is a small squeeze bottle, but I can get some powder packs. (I have ADHD, am successfully medicated, but court would still be challenging. Not only do I need help with alertness, but my meds cause dry mouth, so I always have something I carry with me)
  • On that note, can I bring my own empty water bottle?
  • Onomatopoeia@lemmy.cafeEnglish
    28·
    2 days ago

    I would ask your local court. Express your concerns about your condition.

    As someone with hypoglycemia (think diabetes Type II Light), there’s no way I could do any kind of jury duty without my snack bag.

    And I’m not eating or drinking whatever garbage they decide to provide. Sorry, I’ve found what works for me. And my fellow jurors you won’t like me when my blood sugar drops - my ability to reason goes right out the window.

    • andrewta@lemmy.world
      16·
      2 days ago

      This is solid advice. Go to the court and ask ahead of time. when my blood sugar gets out of whack. I tend to slow way down and then just pass out.