Boutros Issues Rare Special Report Clarifying Grand Jury Appearances
U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros of the Northern District of Illinois releases a rare Special Report declaring he has never personally appeared before a federal grand jury since taking office, with the only appearances being to welcome jurors and to serve as Chief Legal Advisor; appearances cited were in an official capacity after informing the Chief Judge, and a transcription error in minutes is addressed. The report notes court-ordered access to grand jury materials and discusses speculation around the Broadview 6 matter in United States v. Rabbitt.