People v. Davis

This is a motion to allow defendant to inspect the Grand Jury minutes, or in the alternative, that the court shall inspect the minutes of the Grand Jury, with a view to determining whether or not there exists sufficient basis for the indictment.

Since the argument of the motion discloses clearly the purpose and intent of the motion and the position of the People with respect to the facts, no useful purpose appears why the minutes should be inspected. The issue resolves itself into a question of law and not of fact.

Defendant is charged with violating subdivision 1 of section 1897 of the Penal…