(2) A challenge to the panel shall be made before the voir dire examination of the jury.
(3) If the court determines that there has been a material departure from the requirements of the law governing selection of jurors, the court shall:
(a) Stay the proceedings pending the selection of a jury panel in conformity with the applicable provisions of law; and
(b) Grant such other relief as may be appropriate.
(4) The procedures prescribed by this section are the exclusive means by which a district attorney or defendant may challenge a jury panel. [1973 c.836 §222; 2001 c.779 §17]