TYLER ROBINSON'S PRELIMINARY HEARING CONTINUES
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“PRELIMINARY HEARING FOR CHARLIE KIRK MURDER CASE”
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This storyAt a preliminary hearing, what standard must prosecutors meet?
- Probable cause
- Beyond a reasonable doubt
- Clear and convincing
- Preponderance of evidence
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Probable cause
Prosecutors must clear a low bar to send a case to trial
At a preliminary hearing, prosecutors only need to show 'probable cause' — far lower than 'beyond a reasonable doubt' needed to convict. Learn more at Wikipedia
A preliminary hearing decides if there's enough evidence for trial
At this stage, a judge weighs probable cause — not guilt. The defense can challenge evidence before trial even begins. Learn more at Wikipedia
This storyWhat % of U.S. preliminary hearings result in cases going to trial?
- About 11%
- About 33%
- About 57%
- About 82%
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About 11%
A preliminary hearing can result in charges being dropped entirely!
At a preliminary hearing, a judge decides if enough evidence exists to proceed to trial. The defense can challenge evidence and even cross-examine witnesses. Learn more at Wikipedia
