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2025-2026 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury
ORGANIZATION: Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara
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The Civil Grand Jury is an independent body that is convened on an annual basis by the Superior Court as a part of the judicial branch of government. It serves as the county’s civil watchdog agency and may examine all aspects of county and city government, special districts, and school districts. With broad access to public officials, employees, records, and information, the Civil Grand Jury is authorized to inspect and audit books, records, and financial expenditures to ensure accountability of public funds. The Grand Jury is also charged with inquiring into the condition of jails and juvenile detention facilities.
Grand Jury service affords citizens the unique opportunity to give back to their community and contribute to the efficiency of local government by developing innovative recommendations for improving government operations. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, United States citizens, and residents of Santa Clara County.
Persons interested in applying may obtain an application online at http://www.scscourt.org/cgj. Questions may also be directed to Britney Huelbig, Deputy Manager for the Civil Grand Jury, at 408-882-2721 or CGJ@scscourt.org.
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About Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara
Location:
191 N 1st Street, San Jose, CA 95113, US
Mission Statement
The Superior Court in Santa Clara County serves the public by providing equal justice for all in a fair, accessible, effective, efficient, and courteous manner: by resolving disputes under the law; by applying the law consistently, impartially and independently; and by instilling public trust and confidence in the Court.
Description
Civil Grand Jury: Service on the Civil Grand Jury is a unique privilege and responsibility. As a member of the panel, you’ll play a vital role in holding local government accountable, ensuring that public institutions operate fairly, transparently, and in the best interests of the people they serve.
The time commitment is significant, but those who serve do so with pride and with the understanding that they are helping to improve their community.
To learn more, visit https://santaclara.courts.ca.gov/CGJ.
Temporary Judge Program: Under the California Rules of Court, qualified and experienced attorneys may volunteer their time to serve as part of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara's Temporary Judge Program. The Court continuously recruits volunteer attorneys to serve in this capacity for the Civil, Family, Small Claims, Traffic, and Probate divisions. Interested attorneys who have been members of the California State Bar for at least ten years are encouraged to apply online.
For information about the application process, training opportunities, and program requirements, please visit https://santaclara.courts.ca.gov/TJP or email TJP@scscourt.org.
CAUSE AREAS
Justice & Legal
WHEN
Sat Nov 30, 2024 - Fri Feb 28, 2025
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
November 15, 2024
SKILLS
- Performance Management
- Legal (General)
- Public Advocacy
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 20-40 hours per week, excluding holidays
- Prospective grand jurors must possess the qualifications per Penal Code Section 893, including being a citizen of the US of the age of 18 years or older who shall have been a resident of the county for one year immediately before being selected.