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Please Note - Court Systems Maintenance Outage:

On March 18, from 6-10pm, Juror Verification via phone and website as well as Portal (Case Information Access) will not be available. We apologize for the inconvenience . 

Scam Alerts:

Please be aware of following two Scam Campaigns:

Text Scam campaign, please click HERE for more details, and Jury Service Scam, please click HERE for more details.

For the California Courts’ Strategic Goals,

 click HERE

Jury Scam Alert: Beware of calls from someone claiming to be an officer of the court or law enforcement.

Click here for more information.

Bienvenido a la Corte Superior de Napa:

Grand Jury Eligibility Requirements

The next term of office of the civil grand jury will be July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements & Application Requirement

2025 -2026 Grand Jury recruitment is now open.

State law requires the formation of a grand jury every year. Grand jury service is an important civic responsibility for all citizens of this state. It is also a rewarding experience for those who serve.

If you would like to be considered for the 2025-2026 Napa County Grand Jury, you must complete and submit the online questionnaire by April 30, 2025. Your questionnaire will be reviewed and you will be contacted via email or phone. If you are eligible for service, you will be interviewed and then summoned to appear for the Empanelment Ceremony, which will be Tuesday, July 8th, 2025. If you are unable to attend this ceremony, alternate arrangements can be made for you to be sworn in later.

Please note:

  • If selected, you may be required to commit up to 20 hours per week during peak season
  • Computer skills are necessary to fully participate
  • This is a civil grand jury and NOT a criminal grand jury recruitment

What is the Grand Jury and why should I apply?

 Click Here to learn more. 

Grand jurors must meet the following legal qualifications:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Citizen of the United States
  • Resident of Napa County one year prior to commencement of term of office
  • Possess sufficient knowledge of the English language
  • Not currently serving as a trial juror
  • Not discharged as a grand juror within one year prior to commencement of term of office
  • Never convicted of a malfeasance in office or any felony or other higher crime
  • Not currently serving as an elected official
  • In possession of natural faculties, of ordinary intelligence, of sound judgment, and of fair character