Before the First Court Setting
Many of the most consequential decisions in a criminal case occur long before the first trial setting, plea hearing, or motion hearing. A magistrate may be called upon to determine probable cause, advise a defendant of constitutional rights, consider issues related to bail, review criminal history information, and ensure that statutory requirements are satisfied. These…
Magistration: The Law Changes. The Duty Remains.
Municipal judges are often the face of magistration, but they are rarely the only people involved in the process. From probable cause determinations and bail decisions to Public Safety Reporting System requirements and post-bail procedures, magistration requires coordination among judges, clerks, court administrators, law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and others. As statutes evolve and courts continue…
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