In an earlier post Norma Ritter said she had attended a conference where
legal issues and breastfeeding were discussed.  I am wondering if anything
was discussed relating to women who are nursing and are chosen for jury duty.
 I am especially interested if the woman is nursing a toddler, are there any
laws to excuse her?  I am sorry, this IS a personal issue, I have jury duty
this week.  I was told by the jury manager that breastfeeding was not reason
enough for a deferral, especially since my child was not a "baby".  I
normally would not have a problem with regular jury duty, however this is a
death penalty case and the jury will be sequestered (sp?) for aprox. 2 weeks.
 Anna will be 2 next month and I have never spent even 1 night away from her.
 I know that I could get off the hook by other reasons but I certainly feel
that being separated from my nursing child should be reason enough.  Has
anyone else had any experience with this?