felony cases

Felony cases involve criminal charges for serious offenses that are typically punishable by more than one year in prison, and may also include significant fines or other penalties. These cases usually require formal court proceedings and can lead to long-term consequences such as loss of certain civil rights.

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What is a preliminary hearing?

A preliminary hearing is a court proceeding where a judge decides whether prosecutors have enough probable cause to keep a felony case moving forward. It typically occurs early after arrest or charging and may include witness testimony and limited cross-examination. This article explains how preliminary hearings work, what evidence is presented, possible outcomes, and how

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