Allows a person to petition the court for grand jury proceeding materials on the basis of enduring historical importance.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to allow a person to petition the court for grand jury proceeding materials on the basis of enduring historical importance. The court will consider petitions for materials such as transcripts, reports, exhibits, and any other matter related to the grand jury proceeding. The bill defines "enduring historical importance" as a matter where the release of such grand jury information would enhance the existing historical record, foster further scholarly discussion, and improve the public's understanding of a significant historical event.

Allows a person to petition the court for grand jury proceeding materials on the basis of enduring historical importance.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to allow a person to petition the court for grand jury proceeding materials on the basis of enduring historical importance. The court will consider petitions for materials such as transcripts, reports, exhibits, and any other matter related to the grand jury proceeding. The bill defines "enduring historical importance" as a matter where the release of such grand jury information would enhance the existing historical record, foster further scholarly discussion, and improve the public's understanding of a significant historical event.