Begin by writing the date at the top left-hand corner of your letter. July 1, 2018 Address your letter to the name indicated on your jury summons. This is the name and title you will include in your salutation. The Honorable Patricia A. Harris ABC Courthouse Albany, NY 12345 Briefly introduce yourself. Provide your full name, where you live, and your reason for writing this letter. Your Honor, My name is Brandon Meyer, and I live in ABC County. I recently received a summons for jury duty (ref. Number 7890). I’m writing to request an excuse from jury duty, on the grounds that this service would pose great hardship upon me. Provide a more in-depth reason for your excuse. The more details you can provide, the more likely it is that your request will be granted. I act as the sole caretaker for my brother, Martin Meyer, who lives at home with me and is severely incapacitated. His caretaking needs are very specific and precise, and therefore at present I am the only individual who can adequately take care of him. Provide the recipient with a means by which to contact you for more information or follow-up. I am happy to provide the court with evidence of my situation and can be contacted by phone: 123-456-7890 or by email: brandon@email.com. Close your letter by politely asking the court to honor your request. I hope that you will take into account my unique situation, in which I am responsible for the welfare of my brother, and see fit to grant my request for an excuse from jury duty. Sign and print your name at the bottom of the letter. Sincerely, [Signature] Brandon Meyer