Citizenship Responsibilities
Jury service and defending Australia
As well as obeying the law, Australian citizens have responsibilities that include serving on a jury if called, and defending Australia should the need arise. These duties help keep society fair and safe.
Key facts
- ◆ Citizens may be called to serve on a jury, a duty in the justice system.
- ◆ Citizens have a responsibility to defend Australia should the need arise.
- ◆ Obeying the laws of Australia is a responsibility of everyone.
- ◆ These responsibilities are part of the citizenship pledge.