California § 939.5 - Before considering a charge against any person, the foreman of the grand jury sha
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 939.5 — Before considering a charge against any person, the foreman of the grand jury sha, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 939.5. Before considering a charge against any person, the foreman of the grand jury sha
Before considering a charge against any person, the foreman of the grand jury shall state to those present the matter to be considered and the person to be charged with an offense in connection therewith. He shall direct any member of the grand jury who has a state of mind in reference to the case or to either party which will prevent him from acting impartially and without prejudice to the substantial rights of the party to retire. Any violation of this section by the foreman or any member of the grand jury is punishable by the court as a contempt.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 939.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 939.5 cover?
Section 939.5 ("Before considering a charge against any person, the foreman of the grand jury sha") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 939.5?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 939.5 apply to my situation?
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