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albacore

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2. Illegal..

Reply to gab13by13 (Original post)

Thu Jul 17, 2025, 11:11 PM

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Releasing grand jury transcripts to the public is generally illegal under federal law, specifically under Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 6(e). This rule mandates secrecy surrounding grand jury proceedings to protect the integrity of investigations and prevent undue harm to individuals. While there are exceptions, these typically involve court authorization and a showing of specific need.

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