Indictments are prepared in grand jury proceedings if at least _________ members decide that there is enough evidence to warrant a trial.
A) six
B) twelve
C) nine
D) seven

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An indictment is a formal accusation of a crime made by a grand jury. A grand jury is a group of citizens who are sworn to investigate crimes and decide whether there is enough evidence to warrant a trial. In order to indict someone, at least 12 of the 23 grand jury members must vote in favor of the indictment.

Indictments Are Prepared in Grand Jury Proceedings If at Least