Virginia law imposes penalties on officers and jurors who fail to perform their duties related to grand juries, including fines for not summoning or attending. It also stipulates that grand jurors are entitled to the same compensation and mileage as civil jurors, paid by the county or city. These provisions aim to ensure the proper functioning and accountability of grand jury proceedings.
Officers who fail without good cause to summon a grand jury can be fined twenty dollars.
Yes, a grand juror can be fined between five and twenty dollars unless they provide a reasonable excuse after being summoned.
Grand jurors receive the same pay and mileage as civil jurors, paid out of the county or city levy.
The county or city levy is responsible for paying grand jurors' compensation and mileage.