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Steps In A Criminal Case

ByDiana Aizman Esq. Updated onSeptember 27, 2021

The various steps in a criminal process range from prior to the arrest all the way to sentencing. Each phase of a case is extremely important and a defendant should seek qualified cousel to help them.

Warrants

A document issued by the police to make an arrest or search premises

Arrest Warrant
  • Arrest Warrants – Learn about the requirements for an arrest warrant.
  • Bench Warrants – Understand what needs to be done to clear a bench warrant.

Phases Of A Criminal Case

The various steps along the way before a case is resolved

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  • Who Presses Charges The Prosecutor Or The Victim? – Its important to understand who has the power to file crimes in the city attorney or district attorneys office.
  • Hiring An Attorney – This article discusses an important consideration when faced with criminal charges.
  • Arraignment – This is the first court date ina criminal court case.
  • Plea Bargain Process – Learn about the process of negotiation that may result in a plea bargain.
  • Preliminary Hearing – These hearings may only happen as part of felony criminal matters.
  • Trial – Learn about the steps taken in a criminal trial.
  • Jury Selection – Read About The Voir Dire Process In Jury Selection
  • Sentencing – Understand the sentencing process in a criminal case.

Additional Resources

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Court Appearances

Find out what steps are taken in criminal cases.

Steps In A Criminal Case
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Legal Motions

Resources on legal motions that can be filed in court to help defend cases.

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Sentencing

Learn about sentencing in criminal cases and post conviction matters.

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