We shouldn't even still be living here for this to happen!

I got home last night to a jury duty summons. The stupid state still has my maiden name. If they can't get my name correct after 3 years of marriage then I don't think I should have to serve.

Then, I notice the courthouse is downtown. There's nothing worse than going to downtown LA.

And worst of all - it's the day after we get back from Australia. Hello, jet lag. No way am I possibly reporting to some downtown courthouse at 8am the day after we get back.

You have to call within 5 days of receipt, so I called today and had it postponed until August. I also asked to be transferred to a closer courthouse (where I've had to serve before) and the guy said I'd have to call the MTA and find out if I'd have to take more than 3 buses and note that on my summons and send it to some random address to see if they'll agree to a transfer. He's like, "It's within 12 miles of your home." I wanted to be like, yeah, but it's Downtown LA.