Pennsylvania law allows investigating grand juries to submit reports to a supervising judge, who reviews and may file them as public records if based on proper evidence. Reports can be sealed to protect pending criminal cases, and individuals not indicted may respond if criticized. Appeals are permitted if the judge refuses to file a report.
Yes, investigating grand juries can submit reports at any time during their term with a majority vote.
The supervising judge can order the report to be sealed, preventing public inspection or subpoena until the criminal matter is resolved.
Yes, if the report criticizes someone not indicted, the supervising judge may allow that individual to submit a response.
The attorney for the Commonwealth can appeal the decision to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.