The Ventura County Civil Grand Jury seeks opportunities to speak to community
organizations, non-profit organizations, and similar groups as part of its education
outreach program.
The Civil Grand Jury investigates matters affecting aspects of government in Ventura
County. The Jury comprises 19 citizens who are impaneled by the Presiding Judge of
the Superior Court and serve as a “voice and conscience” of Ventura County residents
concerning their local governments.
The impaneled Civil Grand Jury does not pursue criminal cases or hear evidence in
courtrooms. It serves as an independent investigatory panel on behalf of the citizens of
Ventura County. It investigates complaints from the public, writes reports and makes
recommendations to local governments and agencies such as city councils, school
districts, hospitals, harbors and water districts. Investigative areas include alleged
government violations of city and county codes, disaster preparedness, contracting
procedures, and health and safety matters among others.
To learn more about the Civil Grand Jury and how it serves the community, how to
become a juror, or request speakers to meet with your group or class, you can contact
the Civil Grand Jury at (805) 477-1600 or complete a speaker request form available on the Civil Grand Jury website at www.ventura.org/grand-jury.
