Arizona § 21-403 - Term of grand jury

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 21-403 — Term of grand jury, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 21-403. Term of grand jury

A. Grand juries called pursuant to section 21-402 shall serve for a term designated by the presiding judge of the superior court which shall not exceed either:

1. One hundred twenty days if the grand jury is called pursuant to section 21-402, subsection A.

2. One hundred eighty days if the grand jury is called pursuant to section 21-402, subsection B.

B. If at the end of such period the grand jury is serving in connection with unfinished inquiries or investigations, the presiding judge may extend the term, upon petition by the county attorney stating the reasons therefor, until the conclusion of the investigation.

 

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 21-403

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 21-403 cover?

Section 21-403 ("Term of grand jury") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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