Ferguson grand jury won't reconvene until Monday at the earliest, sources say.

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15. I imagine the timing could easily be manipulated.

The district attorney would simply need to call another minor and generally irrelevant witness, or even heartily "encourage" the grand jury to just "take their time" "in the interests of justice." All perfectly legal and would not affect whether an indictment issues.

The grand jurors are also not fools and probably are well aware of the political problems that could result from their decision, even if they are fully complying with all grand jury rules and procedures and are completely fair and honest. I even read an article recently about how additional measures are now being taken to ensure the anonymity and protection of the jurors. This could also explain and justify any delays.

Lastly, note that the grand jury does not meet every day or necessarily hear testimony or deliberate for entire days.