Inviteringsbrev

Inviteringsbrev is a traditional Norwegian document issued by the local authorities to invite potential jurors to participate in a trial. The document is typically sent by mail to eligible citizens, informing them of their obligation to serve as a juror and providing details about the trial, including the date, time, and location of the court proceedings.

The purpose of the inviteringsbrev is to ensure that a representative and impartial jury is assembled to hear the case. In Norway, jurors are randomly selected from the population and are expected to serve for a period of three days. During this time, they participate in the trial, listening to testimony and evidence presented by the prosecution and defense, and rendering a verdict.

The inviteringsbrev typically includes essential information about the trial, such as the names of the defendant and the victim, as well as the location and time of the court proceedings. It may also include details about the juror's obligations and responsibilities, including their expected role in the trial and how they can prepare themselves for the task.

To be eligible to serve as a juror in Norway, individuals must be Norwegian citizens between the ages of 18 and 67, be resident in the district where the trial is taking place, and have not previously been convicted of a serious crime. Potential jurors who receive an inviteringsbrev are expected to respond promptly and attend the trial as instructed. By law, jurors in Norway are entitled to a fee for their service, which is paid by the state.