Civil rights group, blind woman says jury disqualification a ‘systemic’ issue in New York
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Civil rights organizations argue that disqualifying a blind woman from jury duty in New York highlights systemic barriers preventing people with disabilities from serving as jurors. Emeline Lakrout, who was excused due to unmet accommodation requests, is appealing the dismissal of her lawsuit which challenges the state court system's failure to provide accessible services. Supporters claim this exclusion violates the Americans with Disabilities Act and undermines the fundamental right to a jury of one's peers.
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