Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-111
Section 4545 - Composition of investigating grand jury(a) General ruleEach investigating grand jury shall be composed initially of 23 members and have a minimum of seven and not more than 15 alternates. Subsequent vacancies shall be filled by substituting alternates for the members who are excused or otherwise unable to continue their service.(b) Quorum and manner of actionFifteen members shall constitute a quorum and may conduct business for the investigating grand jury. A majority of the full investigating grand jury shall be required to adopt a report or issue a presentment.(c) OfficersThe supervising judge shall appoint a foreman from among the members of the investigating grand jury. The members of the investigating grand jury shall then elect a secretary.1980, Oct. 5, P.L. 693, No. 142, § 216(a)(2), effective in 60 days. Amended 2000, Dec. 20, P.L. 742, No. 105, § 4, effective in 60 days.