Preliminary Hearing

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Across
  1. 3. Presentation of evidence by the defense during the preliminary hearing. (2 words)
  2. 4. Charging decision made by a grand jury after reviewing evidence. (3 words)
  3. 6. Court session to determine if there’s enough evidence for a trial. (2 words)
  4. 7. Ruling on whether there’s enough evidence to proceed to trial. (2 words)
  5. 9. Defendant’s first court appearance, informed of charges and asked to enter a plea. (1 word)
  6. 12. Submission of proof to support charges during the preliminary hearing. (2 words)
  7. 14. Representation and advocacy on behalf of the accused during legal proceedings. (2 words)
  8. 15. Legal order requiring an individual to appear in court or produce evidence. (1 word)
  9. 16. The case presented by the government, aiming to prove the charges. (2 words)
  10. 17. Attorneys providing guidance and representation to parties involved. (2 words)
  11. 18. Presentation of legal reasoning by attorneys during the preliminary hearing. (2 words)
  12. 19. Formal charge issued by a grand jury, indicating enough evidence for a trial. (1 word)
  13. 20. Questioning of a witness by the opposing party’s attorney. (2 words)
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  1. 1. Legal entitlements granted to the accused during legal proceedings. (2 words)
  2. 2. Obligation to prove the truth of allegations, typically on the prosecution. (3 words)
  3. 5. Defense’s motion to drop charges due to insufficient evidence. (2 words)
  4. 8. Established steps and rules followed during the preliminary hearing. (2 words)
  5. 10. Sufficient reason to believe a crime has been committed, justifying prosecution. (2 words)
  6. 11. Sworn statements given during the preliminary hearing. (2 words)
  7. 13. Questioning of a witness by the opposing party’s attorney. (3 words)