Part 2 · Investigations

Rule 224. Administering Oath of Court Personnel

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

All court personnel who are to be present during any portion of the grand jury proceedings, and all others who assist in the proceedings, shall be sworn to secrecy by the court prior to their participation.

Official Note

Rule 256 adopted June 26, 1978, effective January 9, 1979; renumbered Rule 224 March 1, 2000, effective April 1, 2001.

Committee Explanatory Reports :

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