Investigating citizen complaints, keeping an eye on local government agencies, acting as watchdogs — grand juries perform a vital function, and there are currently openings on the 2025-26 Alameda County Civil Grand Jury.
Each year, judicial officers of the Superior Court nominate county residents to serve. The court is seeking a pool of at least 30 nominees, six from each Alameda County supervisorial district. From this pool, 19 jurors will be randomly selected, officials said.
Participation requires a commitment of at least two meetings per week via Zoom for one year on Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Teams and Zoom, and strong report-writing skills are essential.
While nominations are accepted year-round, the focus is currently on building a Grand Jury for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025. Nominations must be submitted by April 15.
More information about the qualifications and how to apply is available on the Alameda County Grand Jury website.