ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. -- A man has escaped jury duty by getting dismissed for wearing a prisoner costume. James Lowe of Barnet, Vermont, says he was released from jury duty Tuesday when he showed up to court wearing a black-and-white-striped jumpsuit with a matching beanie. Lowe says the judge told him he could've been found in contempt of court. Lowe said the juror instructions don't restrict clothing, but he's happy to be released because of work and family obligations.
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