Virginia law § 19.2-215.3 outlines the process for impaneling a multi-jurisdiction grand jury upon application by multiple attorneys for the Commonwealth. The law specifies the procedures for issuing the impaneling order, including duration, extension, jurisdiction designation, and appointment of a presiding judge and special counsel. It ensures a structured process for establishing multi-jurisdiction grand juries in the state.
Two or more attorneys for the Commonwealth can submit an application to impanel a multi-jurisdiction grand jury.
The initial term is twelve months, with possible extensions of up to six months upon petition by a majority of the grand jury members.
The impaneling order designates a judge of the circuit court of the jurisdiction, unless all judges recuse themselves.
Yes, the presiding judge can substitute or appoint additional special counsel upon motion by the existing special counsel.