This section outlines the procedures for special grand juries in Virginia, including their reporting requirements, the process for returning indictments, and their discharge. It also details how prosecutions stemming from their reports are handled and specifies that the costs of the jury are paid by the state. Key provisions include the sealing of reports, the requirement for a majority to return a true bill, and the timeline for discharging a special grand jury.
A special grand jury in Virginia is a jury impaneled to investigate specific matters, produce a report, and potentially return indictments based on their findings.
A special grand jury must file its report within six months of being impaneled, unless the court grants an extension for progress.
All costs for services provided by the court for a special grand jury are paid by the state of Virginia.
Yes, if the court determines that the jury is making progress, it may direct the jury to continue its investigation beyond six months.