San Joaquin County Superior Court Seeking Applicants to Serve on the 2024-2025 Civil Grand Jury
Stockton, CA — The San Joaquin County Superior Court is seeking applicants to serve on the fiscal year 2024–2025 San Joaquin County Civil Grand Jury. The deadline for application submission is March 22, 2024.
Applications can be obtained by calling (209) 992-5695. Applications can also be found on the court’s website at: http://www.sjcourts.org/general-info/civil-grand-jury
Members of the 2024–2025 Civil Grand Jury will begin serving July 1, 2024. The Grand Jury is comprised of nineteen citizens whose names are randomly selected from applicants nominated by the Judges of the Superior Court. The Civil Grand Jury inquires into and investigates the functions and operations of governmental bodies, agencies, and public officials within San Joaquin County, as well as complaints received from the public. Past reports have focused on juvenile group homes, community college and school districts, jail operations, special districts, and housing authorities.
Positive comments from recent past grand jurors regarding their involvement and experiences include: “A strong desire to serve our citizens and making sure all governmental agencies are doing their job.” “I love the fact that jurors have vast knowledge in the field they have worked in, which gives first-hand experience to topics discussed…” and “Meeting a wide variety of community members and working together.”
Applicants must be able to work in person and have the ability to work remotely via telephonic or video appearance (a smartphone and internet access are required).
Eligibility Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age
- United States citizen
- Resident of San Joaquin County for at least one year
- Possess sufficient knowledge of the English language
- Not currently serving as a trial juror or elected public official
Qualified applicants may be interviewed by a Superior Court Judge. The San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office will conduct background investigations, which include a record check from law enforcement agencies.