Application Deadline Extended For 2026-27 San Diego County Grand Jury

SAN DIEGO, CA — The application deadline has been extended for the San Diego County Grand Jury, officials announced Wednesday.

San Diego Superior Court is seeking applicants to serve on the 2026-27 San Diego County Grand Jury.

The Grand Jury does not conduct criminal investigations, but investigates citizen complaints and performs "its traditional function as a 'watchdog' over government agencies," according to San Diego Superior Court. Qualified county residents must apply by Jan. 30.

The 19-member body will work four days a week, about six hours a day, from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027 at the Grand Jury office in downtown San Diego. Members receive a small stipend per day, plus mileage, with downtown parking provided.

Applications can be downloaded from the San Diego Superior Court's website or the Grand Jury's website. Applications can also be obtained by calling 619-450-7272 or at the Central Courthouse or East County, North County or South County Regional Centers. Applications can also be submitted online.

Qualified candidates will be nominated for a random drawing tentatively scheduled for June 5, 2026. The random drawing gives each supervisorial district equal representation by population, according to the Superior Court.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, be at least 18 years old, have sufficient knowledge of the English language, have lived in San Diego County for at least one year prior to selection, and pass a criminal background check.