Judge Timothy A. Canning

05/27/2026

Serving on the civil grand jury can be interesting, rewarding, and at times frustrating. If you are interested in learning more or applying, please visit https://humboldtgov.org/518/Civil-Grand-Jury-Forms

In California, 58 separate grand juries are convened every year in each county by the Superior Court to carry out three functions:

-Investigating and reporting on the operations of local government (a civil function)

-Issuing criminal indictments to require defendants to go to trial on felony charges, and

-Investigating allegations of a public official’s corrupt or willful misconduct in office, and when warranted, filing an "accusation" against that official to remove him or her from office.

Learn more about grand juries in California and the grand jury process here: https://www.courts.ca.gov/civilgrandjury.htm

05/20/2026

Please don’t just toss your juror summons, our court system needs you!

Jury Summons? Jurors are undoubtedly an indispensable part of our justice system, and our courts need and appreciate the service of each and every juror. Here’s what jury service means and why you should be excited to do your civic duty as a juror (via Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino): https://bit.ly/4eYSHCL

05/19/2026

05/08/2026

04/22/2026

1 like. "Without Fear or Favor: Former State Chief Justices & Federal Judges Speak Up at Unprecedented Forum"

04/22/2026

Great points!

Jury service is a cornerstone of democracy, but factors like wait times, financial uncertainty, privacy concerns, and the emotional impact of certain cases can affect the juror experience.

The "Citizens on Call: Responding to the Needs of 21st Century Jurors" report from the Conference of State Court Administrators highlights how courts can modernize jury service and prioritize juror well-being.

Key strategies include:
📱 Using technology for scheduling, notifications, and remote jury selection
💰 Increasing compensation and providing hardship support
🔒 Protecting juror privacy and security
💬 Offering post-trial mental health and emotional support

By improving the juror experience, courts strengthen public trust and ensure a fair, efficient legal process for everyone.

04/18/2026

If you're interested in how local government works, check out the Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury. Applications for the 2026-2027 term, starting July, 2026, are now being accepted.

news Press Release - Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury Needs More Applicants Press Release - Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury Needs More Applicants April 9, 2026 *****PRESS RELEASE***** Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury Needs More ApplicantsThe Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt asks tha...