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Can a grand jury convene itself?
No, a grand jury cannot convene itself. It is typically called into session by a judge or a prosecuting attorney, who presents evidence and witnesses for the jury to consider. The grand jury's role is to determine whether there is enough evidence to indict a suspect and proceed to trial. Its proceedings are conducted in secret, and its members are selected from the community.
Who is responsible for deciding whether or not to indict a suspect?
The grand jury.
Who is responsible for returning a bill of indictment?
That would be a grand jury. The prosecutor presents the evidence and they will authorize the case.
What does it take for grand jury to convict some one for the death penalty?
The grand jury does not convict anyone of anything. The grand jury hears the evidence presented by the prosecutor. If the grand jury thinks the prosecutor has adequate evidence, then the grand jury indicts that person. A trial will then be held before a petite jury, or small jury. It is that jury that determines if someone will get the death penalty.
What does a witness do at a grand jury hearing?
They answer questions put to them by the prosecutor in charge of the grand jury and occasionally, answer questions from members of the grand jury itself.
When was Grand Jury Européen created?
Grand Jury Européen was created in 1996.
What is the conviction rate in a grand jury trail?
People are not convicted by the grand jury. The grand jury only listens to the evidence to see if there is enough for an indictment.
What is the process of collecting and presenting evidence in a grand jury investigation?
In a grand jury investigation, evidence is collected by prosecutors who present it to the grand jury. The grand jury then decides if there is enough evidence to bring charges against a suspect. The process is confidential and the grand jury's decision is based on a majority vote.
Am I supposed to capitalize grand jury?
When referring to a particular grand jury (i.e.: The Essex County Grand Jury), yes. When simply just referring to grand juries in general no, it is not necessary.
What is the purpose of the grand jury system in our government?
There are a few purposes of a grand jury. The main reason for having a grand jury is to make sure that there will be a fair trial.
No Bill by the grand jury?
Means that the Grand Jury declined, or failed, to indict the defendant.
What is the process of a grand jury?
A grand jury listens to evidence and decides if a trial is warranted.
