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Sacramento, Calif. — In Sacramento County, a grand jury composed of local volunteers plays a crucial role in holding public agencies and officials accountable. Each year, 19 residents of this Northern California county serve on this independent panel, investigating local government operations and suggesting improvements to enhance fairness and efficiency. The volunteers, chosen through a rigorous selection process that includes a Department of Justice background check and interviews, commit 20 to 30 hours weekly. According to Sacramento Superior Court Judge Steven Gevercer, who advises the jury, their findings often act as a springboard for change, … Read more