Barack Obama 'preparing to report for jury duty in Chicago'

'He made it crystal clear to me through his representative that he would carry out his public duty as a citizen and resident of this community'

Former president Barack Obama speaks at the inaugural Obama Foundation Summit (Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Barack Obama is reportedly preparing to start jury duty in Chicago.

Court officials in Illinois confirmed the former President would complete the civic duty in November, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Sources told the Chicago Sun-Times he would start his service on Wednesday at the Daley Centre.

Cook County chief judge Tim Evans said the courts would be prepared to make adjustments to accommodate Mr Obama's security personnel.

"Obviously we will make certain that he has all the accoutrements that accompany a former president. His safety will be uppermost in our minds," he said.

"He made it crystal clear to me through his representative that he would carry out his public duty as a citizen and resident of this community."

It is not the first time the 56-year-old has been summoned in recent years, however it will be the first time he will be eligible to receive the $17.20 (£13) daily payment.

In 2010, he was also called to serve in Cook County, where he owns a home, but he declined due to a busy schedule.

In 2015, former President George W Bush reported for jury duty in Dallas, Texas.

John Kerry also served his civic duty in 2005.