Is there a law protecting me against being written up at my work for being subpoenaed to court and missing days?
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Is there a law protecting me against being written up at my work for being subpoenaed to court and missing days?
I was subpoenaed in a murder case as a witness. I responded as a medical first responder. I took the paperwork to my full time job and showed it to HR. The paperwork says I will miss 4 days. My work told me that they only recognize missed time for jury duty and this would count against me and be unexcused. By missing these days I will be written up.
Asked on August 28, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Michigan
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country if you were subpoenaed as a witness to attend a deposition or trial you are excused from attending work for the time and day under the subpoena. For your employer to penalize you for complying with a valid subpoena in a murder case is improper and in violation of the law. If you get penalized at work for attending trial then you need to consult with a labor attorney and/or a representative with the nearest department of labor where you reside.
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