When a grand jury issues an indictment,this means that _____.

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When a grand jury issues an indictment, it means that enough evidence exists to justify official charges against a defendant. It does not necessarily mean that the defendant is guilty, as that will be determined by a trial and a jury or judge verdict. The governor's eligibility to pardon is not directly affected by the indictment, and a prosecutor does not drop a case when an indictment is issued. Neither does an indictment result in the release of a convict from prison.

When a Grand Jury Issues an Indictment,this Means That _____