What happens when the case goes to trial?
The prosecutor presents the case for the State, attempting to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant committed the crimes charged. The defendant may present his or her side of the case or no case at all. The jury (if there is one) or the judge must decide whether the State's case has been proven by legally-competent evidence.

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1. How is an arrest made?
2. What happens to the accused?
3. How does my case get to your office for prosecution?
4. What does a Grand Jury Do?
5. What is a Pre-Trial Hearing?
6. What happens when the case goes to trial?
7. What happens during judgment, sentencing and appeal?
8. Why might a case not go to trial?
9. Should I talk to an Investigator or Defense Attorney about the case?
10. How are witnesses called for trial?
11. What do I do at the Trial?
12. Can I be compensated for being a witness?
13. When can I have my property back?