The purpose of the ____ is for a judge to determine whether there is probable cause to believe that the defendant committed the crime or crimes with which he or she is charged.

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A preliminary hearing is held after the defendant's arrest and before the trial proceedings begin. The purpose of the hearing is for the judge to determine whether there is enough probable cause to believe that the defendant committed the alleged crime(s) to proceed with a trial.

The Purpose of the ____ Is for a Judge to Determine