Assume Charles is arrested while breaking into the local jewelry store.The arresting officer books him into jail on a charge of burglary.Upon reviewing the case,the assistant district attorney decides to file formal charges of attempted burglary instead of burglary.Ultimately, the actual charge for which Charles is prosecuted in court will be determined by:

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Assume Charles is arrested while breaking into the local jewelry store.The arresting officer 	books him into jail on a charge of burglary.Upon reviewing the case,the assistant district 	attorney decides to file formal charges of attempted burglary instead of burglary.Ultimately,	the actual charge for which Charles is prosecuted in court will be determined by:

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The charge listed in the grand jury's indictment determines the formal charge for which Charles will be prosecuted in court. The grand jury reviews the evidence presented by the prosecutor and decides whether the defendant should be charged with the crime and, if so, what specific crime(s) they will be charged with.

Assume Charles Is Arrested While Breaking into the Local Jewelry