The bill amends existing laws regarding county and statewide grand juries, specifically addressing their composition and the process for issuing reports. It establishes that both county and statewide grand juries will consist of no fewer than thirteen and no more than twenty-three members. Notably, the Attorney General can request a grand jury of twenty-three members, and both types of grand juries are granted the authority to issue reports in accordance with new provisions outlined in the bill.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that details the process for grand jury reports. A report can be submitted to the presiding justice of the superior court with the concurrence of at least twelve jurors, and the court must notify individuals named in the report, allowing them to respond. The superior court will then determine whether to accept and file the report as a public record based on specific criteria, including the relevance of the report to lawful inquiries and the protection of confidential informants. Importantly, the bill stipulates that no reports may be issued after July 1, 2030, and it will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
949: 12-11-1, 12-11.1-1