A preliminary hearing requires the prosecutor to present probable cause that the defendant committed the crime.

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A preliminary hearing is held in front of a judge to determine if there is sufficient evidence to hold the defendant for trial. The prosecutor is required to present probable cause or enough evidence to show that the defendant committed the crime. If the judge finds sufficient evidence, the case will be sent to trial. If not, the case may be dismissed.

A Preliminary Hearing Requires the Prosecutor to Present Probable Cause