Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Re: pre trail

A pretrial hearing is one where your attorney and the DA can discuss the case, the status of any discovery, motions or issues as well as try to work out a plea deal.

Re: pre trail

A pre trial is a court appearance in which the judge, your lawyer and the prosecutor meet (usually in the judge's chambers) to discuss your case and how the case can possibly be resolved by a deal.

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Re: pre trail

Pre TRIAL is the hearing where plea bargains are supposed to be negotiated if possible, or trial and other hearing dates set if there is no deal. If you're serious about getting legal counsel to represent and defend you, feel free to contact me.