Every person who is charged by warrant is entitled to a preliminary hearing. If a person remains in jail, he or she is entitled to a preliminary hearing usually within 10 days of arrest. If a person is released from jail on bond, he or she is entitled to a preliminary hearing usually within 15 days of arrest. A preliminary hearing is an examination of the charge against the accused.

This court procedure is the first step in a criminal case. A preliminary hearing is the right of the person charged with the crime. It is their chance to hear the evidence that the state has against them. A judge also decides if there is enough probable cause to charge defendant with the crime they are accused of committing. See similar questions...

the start of the hearing, the hearing officer will begin the record and explain the hearing process to you. The insurance company will be allowed to present its case first and submit evidence. You have the right to question company representatives about any testimony given and/or any evidence presented. After the company has finished, you will also have a chance to present your position and submit evidence, and company representatives may in turn question you. See similar questions...

In cases were a child is alleged to be Delinquent, Unruly, Dependent, Neglected or Abused, the Court schedules these matters for initial hearing within ten days following the filing of a complaint. If a child is alleged to be Dependent, Neglected or Abused, a preliminary conference is scheduled before a Magistrate. See similar questions...

If the judge determines at the preliminary hearing that there are sufficient facts to believe that you committed the crime, you will be bound over to Superior Court (note that many counties have consolidated their municipal courts into one superior court). Once in Superior Court, you will be arraigned on the Information (felony complaint), which will be filed by the District Attorney's office. See similar questions...

DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE is the same as DIVORCE. This is a legal process where a marriage is dissolved or terminated. A final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage terminates the marriage, determines rights to property and obligations for debts between the parties, resolves issues of child custody, visitation, support and spousal support. Once the marriage is dissolved, the parties may remarry. Divorce in California is 'no-fault' and does not require the consent of the other party. See similar questions...