A preliminary hearing is not required where the defendant waives the preliminary hearing, where the defendant is charged with a misdemeanor, or where the grand jury has issued an indictment before the preliminary hearing is conducted.

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A preliminary hearing can be waived by the defendant, is not required for misdemeanors, and is unnecessary if a grand jury indictment has already been issued.

A Preliminary Hearing Is Not Required Where the Defendant Waives