WEB SELECTION OF GRAND JURORS
Grand Jury Selection Process
Federal law mandates that grand juries be selected randomly from a fair cross-section of the community where they convene. The Jury Selection and Service Act outlines the process for juror selection and eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for federal jury service, citizens must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- U.S. citizen
- Resident of the district or division where the grand jury convenes
- Legally competent
- Not currently incarcerated or on probation or parole
Grand Jury Composition
A federal grand jury consists of 16 to 23 members, with the court summoning a sufficient number of legally qualified persons to meet this requirement.
Purpose of a Grand Jury
Grand juries are responsible for hearing evidence presented by prosecutors and determining whether there is probable cause to believe that a crime has been committed. They operate in secrecy to protect the integrity of the proceedings.
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