What to Expect During a Criminal Trial in Miami

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What to Expect During a Criminal Trial in Miami
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The Kirlew Law Firm
Facing a criminal trial can be a daunting
experience, but understanding the process can
help alleviate some anxiety. If you're navigating
the criminal justice system in Miami, knowing
what to expect during a criminal trial is
essential. Lets have a look through the key
stages of a criminal trial in Miami.
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Arrest and Charges Before a criminal trial can
take place, you'll typically go through the
arrest and charging phase. This involves being
taken into custody by law enforcement officers
and formally charged with a crime. The charges
will outline the specific offense you are accused
of committing. Initial Appearance and Bond
Hearing Following your arrest, you will have an
initial court appearance where you'll be informed
of your charges, your rights, and your right to
an attorney. If you're eligible for bail, a bond
hearing will be held to determine the amount of
bail required for your release.
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Arraignment The arraignment is a formal court
proceeding where you will enter a plea of guilty,
not guilty, or no contest. Most defendants plead
not guilty at this stage, which allows them time
to prepare their defense. Pretrial Motions and
Discovery Leading up to the trial, your defense
attorney and the prosecutor will exchange
evidence and information in a process known as
discovery. Your attorney may also file pretrial
motions to challenge evidence, request certain
documents, or address legal issues that could
impact the case. Jury Selection In Miami,
criminal trials typically involve a jury. During
the jury selection process, known as voir dire,
potential jurors are questioned by both the
prosecution and defense to ensure a fair and
impartial jury is chosen.
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