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California Superior Local Rules

Judge Nakamura said, “One of the best opportunities to get an insider’s view of local government and to improve the lives of your fellow citizens is to become a grand juror.” He added, “I encourage Orange County residents to take advantage of this exciting opportunity.” The Grand Jury panel serves as a public watchdog over local government entities, investigates citizen complaints, evaluates conditions at our county’s jails, and issues indictments for serious crimes. The panel prepares and publishes reports which include recommendations for improvement of local government agencies.

The appropriate government agency must respond to the report in writing. The final selection of the 19-member panel is achieved by a random drawing of to candidates who are nominated and confirmed by Superior Court judges to proportionally represent the five supervisorial districts in Orange County. A committee of judges reviews applications and interviews qualified candidates. Qualifications to serve on the Grand Jury include being an Orange County resident, a United States citizen, and at least 18 years old.

Grand jurors receive a $50 per day stipend, mileage reimbursement, and onsite parking at the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana where the 19- member panel meets. The panel sets its own schedule, which typically includes working to 35 hours per week, observing the Court holidays, and taking two additional weeks off during the term.

An application form and additional information are available on the Grand Jury website at www.ocgrandjury.org, by calling the Grand Jury Hotline at 657-622-6747, or in person at the Jury Commissioner’s Office, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, 92701. # # # Superior Court of California County of Orange News Release Public Information Office Contact: Gwen Vieau, 657-622-7097 PIO@occourts.org

Document details

Collection	California Superior Local Rules
Citation	b06351cfeea90558213cb2724a9f088f37ca9dc7
Type	court_rule
Language	en
Format	pdf
Source	CA_LOCAL
Identifier	b06351cfeea90558213cb2724a9f088f37ca9dc7

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