(a) A person is qualified to act as a juror if the person is


(1) a citizen of the United States;


(2) a resident of the state;


(3) at least 18 years of age;


(4) of sound mind;


(5) in possession of the person's natural faculties; and


(6) able to read or speak the English language.


(b) A person is not disqualified from serving as a juror solely because of the loss of hearing or sight in any degree or a disability that substantially impairs or interferes with the person's mobility.


(c) The court shall provide, and pay the cost of services of, an interpreter or reader when necessary to enable a person with impaired hearing or sight to act as a juror.