There are different procedures for setting a court date whether you are having a jury trial for a misdemeanor case, or a felony case. For a misdemeanor case, the defendant has the right to a speedy trial and the law will determine when a defendant will be brought to court. However, the trial must start within 30 [...]
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The Steps in a Criminal Case. Step Four: After the Arraignment – Felonies
After the arraignment, the judge will hold a preliminary hearing (if the case does not get dismissed or isn’t settled) where the judge will decide if there is enough evidence against the defendant to prove that he’s committed a crime, thereby moving forward to trial. If the ruling is that the case will go to trial then the prosecutor will file [...]
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