Applications For Grand Jury Service Sought in Contra Costa County

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA (Oct. 6, 2022) — The Contra Costa County Superior Court is accepting applications for additional jurors to serve on our Civil Grand Jury for the remaining Fiscal Year 2022-2023 term.

The Civil Grand Jury comprises 19 members who serve for one year, July through June. The Jury monitors, reviews and reports on city and county governments, special districts and school districts.

Grand jurors must be a United States citizen, 18 years of age or older, who have been a resident of Contra Costa County for at least one year prior to selection. They cannot currently hold any elected position within the county. Applicants should have reliable transportation to Martinez.

Prepare to devote at least 30 hours per week to Civil Grand Jury service. Applicants should have access to a computer, be familiar with Microsoft Word, and be able to send and receive email. Citizens who work should apply only if they can be released from their jobs to perform the jury duties.

Background check and stipend

Applicants selected will submit to fingerprinting and undergo a background check.

Jurors receive a stipend for attending full jury and committee meetings and will receive reimbursement 62.5 cents per mile for allowable jury travel.

Persons interested in applying may contact the Office of the Civil Grand Jury at (925) 608-2621, or visit the website at www.cc-courts.org/grandjury to receive additional information regarding service on the Civil Grand Jury and to obtain an application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY. OCTOBER 31, 2022