What is the primary purpose of the initial appearance in court?
A) The defendant enters a plea.
B) The judge reviews the evidence summarized by the prosecutor to determine whether probable cause exists for believing that the suspect committed the crime(s) charged.
C) The jury determines whether or not the defendant is guilty.
D) The grand jury issues an indictment.
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