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A preliminary hearing in California typically occurs within 10 court days of arraignment if the defendant is in custody (or within 60 days if out of custody). It lets a judge decide whether probable cause supports the charges and what evidence can proceed. This article explains what to expect and your rights up to the […]
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Habeas corpus traces back to Magna Carta in 1215 as a legal protection against unlawful imprisonment. It evolved through English common law into a core safeguard in American courts for challenging detention. This article outlines key historical milestones and explains the writ’s role in Anglo-American jurisprudence. by the late Wally Farrell, Certified Criminal Law Spcialist,
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