It depends on what you mean by "hearing phase". This is not a part of criminal procedure.
It depends on what you mean by "hearing phase". This is not a part of criminal procedure.
It depends on what you mean by "hearing phase". This is not a part of criminal procedure.
It depends on the case and the type of hearing.
No. Congress does not have the power to try criminal cases.
If you have an attorney he probably waived it
Vacating a hearing simply means to not have a hearing, this happens when all the parties come to an agreement.
There is no plaintiff in a criminal case. The state prosecutes.
If you are referring to a hearing for a CIVIL court injunction - the judge hears testimony form both sides and makes an immediate ruling on the case and issues the order. If you are referring to a CRIMINAL case of stalking, it is an entirely different matter, and if probable cause is found you may be bound over for court action.
A criminal case will not go to trial if the defendant pleads guilty at a preliminary hearing or if the prosecution decides to discontinue the case (usually because they think the evidence is not strong enough for a reasonable chance of conviction).
After a preliminary hearing in a legal case, the judge decides if there is enough evidence for the case to proceed to trial. If there is sufficient evidence, the case will move forward to trial. If not, the case may be dismissed.
Usually CF means a felony and CM a misdemeanor.
IF WE ARE TALKING ABOUT A CRIMINAL CASE - If the police officer(s) were able to present sufficient proof to the prosecutor to merit and sustain the charge, the case COULD still go forward. The complainant would be subpoenad to the next hearing. -OR- the prosecutor could Nolle the charge with an explanation of 'lack of prosecution.'