AGENCY: District Court (First District)

SERIES: 1525
TITLE: Grand jury minutes
DATES: i 1886-1893.
ARRANGEMENT: Alphanumerical.

DESCRIPTION: These minute books record actions taken in cases turned over to a grand jury for indictment. Cases involve assault, fraud, burglary, unlawful cohabitation, polygamy, etc. Minutes give the defendant's name, date, charge, testimony presented, and whether an indictment was returned.

RETENTION

Permanent. Retain until administrative need ends

DISPOSITION

Transfer to Archives.

RETENTION AND DISPOSITION AUTHORIZATION

These records are in Archives' permanent custody.

FORMAT MANAGEMENT

Paper: Retain in State Archives permanently with authority to weed.

APPRAISAL

Historical

Disposition based on documentation about individuals, legal procedure, court history and functions. Book(s) serve as a vital record essential for the operation of the court and its ability to fulfill obligations to the public.

PRIMARY DESIGNATION

Public

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