Marin Voice: County needs citizen watchdogs serving on civil grand jury

Marin County is known for its engaged residents, strong civic culture and high expectations for good government. Yet one of the most important ways residents can help ensure transparency and accountability remains largely unknown to many: serving on the Marin County Civil Grand Jury.

Each year, 19 Marin residents are selected by the Superior Court to serve on this independent, volunteer body. Civil grand jurors are not judges and do not hear criminal cases. Instead, they serve as a citizen watchdog...