DUI Preliminary Hearing
Preliminary Hearing Attorneys in
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Law Office of Roberta Brooks
Martinez, CA
866-387-5773
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Mark J. Geiger, Attorney
Salem, OR
866-716-2741
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Law Office of Risa Freeman
Quincy, MA
866-293-5230
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Law Office of Attorney Jack Greene
Quincy, MA
866-721-7037
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What happens at a Preliminary Hearing?
Every person who is charged with DUI is entitled to a preliminary hearing. If a person remains in jail, he or she is entitled to a preliminary hearing usually within 10 days of arrest. If a person is released from jail on bond, he or she is entitled to a preliminary hearing usually within 30 days of arrest.
A preliminary hearing is an examination of the charge against the accused. The prosecutor must present evidence and witnesses that prove that it appears that an offense has been committed that there is probable cause to believe that the person accused committed it. The accused may cross-examine witnesses and may present evidence if he or she wishes.
If the judge makes a finding of probable cause after hearing the evidence, the charge is sent to the grand jury. If the judge does not find that it appears that an offense has been committed or that the accused is likely the person who committed an offense, the accused is discharged and the charge is dismissed. If the accused is discharged and the charge dismissed after a preliminary hearing, the prosecutor may still present evidence to the grand jury to see if they will find probable cause.
Preliminary Hearing Resources
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Preliminary Hearing
What happens at a Preliminary Hearing? Every person who is charged with DUI is entitled to a … more
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Notice of Hearing or Preliminary Hearing
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Waiver Of Preliminary Hearing And Entry
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Commitment For Preliminary Hearing
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Commitment For Preliminary Hearing
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Notice Of Hearing Or Preliminary Hearing Form
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Record Of Preliminary Hearing (Delinquency Proceedings)
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Record Of Preliminary Hearing (Delinquency Proceedings)
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Preliminary Hearing Waiver (Cook County)
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RECORD OF PRELIMINARY HEARING (DELINQUENCY PROCEEDINGS)
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