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Message from the Jury Commissioner:

If you receive a call regarding your jury service from someone claiming to represent the Court or law enforcement, IT IS A SCAM.  The Court or law enforcement will NEVER call you about your jury service or ask you for money.  Do not under any circumstances pay any money in response to such a call.  If you receive such a call, please contact the Court or law enforcement, or the FBI at (415) 553-7400.

Phone Scams

Monterey County Superior Court has become aware of a telephone scam impersonating court personnel and requesting or demanding a payment. The court would NEVER make such a call. Please do not act on such a call, and instead contact the main court telephone number at (831) 775-5400 for more information.

Court Update

Civil Grand Jury Application Deadline Extended to May 21

May 12, 2026

Deadline for application is Thursday May 21, 2025.

The annual recruitment is open for the 2026-2027 fiscal year Civil Grand Jury. Dedicated community volunteers interested in becoming civil grand jurors for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) are needed. Each year, the Civil Grand Jury examines local governmental agencies and investigates citizen concerns. The annual report of the Civil Grand Jury provides a foundation for discussion and action to improve local government services within Monterey County.

To volunteer for this important civic service, please:

  1. Submit your application and Civil Grand Jury background check consent.

  2. Plan to attend an interview and informational sessions during the week of May 25. 

How to Apply

Learn more about this important voluntary service – details about the Civil Grand Jury are included on this website in the Civil Grand Jury Information Brochure.

  • Functions
  • Responsibilities
  • Citizen Concerns / Complaints
  • Final Report
  • Commitment
  • Qualifications and Disqualification
  • Selection Process
  • Structure
  • Compensation
  • History