Grand Juror Guidelines
A few guidelines that members of an Alaska Grand Jury may want to follow:
- Obey all laws and court rules related to grand juries, including rules of evidence and procedures for issuing subpoenas.
- Respect the rights of defendants, including the right to a fair trial and the right to remain silent.
- Refrain from discussing grand jury proceedings with anyone outside of the grand jury, as grand jury proceedings are secret by law.
- Avoid conflicts of interest or any other conduct that could compromise their ability to act impartially.
- Report any misconduct or ethical violations observed during the grand jury process to the court.
- Review all evidence presented in a case and ask questions of witnesses in order to gather more information about the case.
- Make decisions based on the evidence presented and the testimony of witnesses and not influenced by personal bias or outside influence.
- Be respectful and professional in all interactions with witnesses, defendants, and other parties involved in the case.
- Follow all instructions provided by the court regarding the handling of evidence, questioning of witnesses, and other procedures related to the grand jury process.
- Report any concerns or issues that may arise during the grand jury process to the court or the Alaska Grand Jurors Association.
- Notify the court if they are unable to attend a scheduled session of the grand jury, or if they have any other issues that may affect their ability to serve on the grand jury.
- Communicate effectively with other members of the grand jury in order to make informed decisions.
It’s important to note that these are general guidelines that members of a Grand Jury may follow in Alaska, and that specific guidelines may vary depending on the case.
In addition, the Grand Jury can refer to applicable laws and regulations, legal opinions, and other relevant documents in order to make a decision.
It is also important to remember that while the jury may come to different conclusions based on their own research and arguments, they must always base their verdicts on the solid evidence presented during the proceedings.