Jack is charged with first-degree murder and is set for trial in the same jurisdiction where the alleged crime occurred. Because of the high-profile nature of the case, Jack's attorney wants to move the trial to another location. Jack's lawyer should file a(n) ______.

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The attorney should file a pretrial motion, specifically a motion for change of venue, to request that the trial be moved to a different location due to concerns of the jury pool being biased or prejudiced against Jack because of the high-profile nature of the case.

Jack Is Charged with First-Degree Murder and Is Set for Trial