Justice Department’s Antitrust Division Considers Expanded Use of Grand Jury Witnesses


The Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division is reportedly considering a strategic shift towards a more assertive stance in criminal antitrust investigations by increasing the number of witnesses called to testify before a grand jury. This potential move has significant implications for how companies and their executives might respond, especially with regard to their positioning as potential leniency applicants in such investigations. However, the process of increasing the number of grand jury witnesses could present complexities that challenge simplicity in its execution. For further details, refer to the original article.