A grand jury determines whether sufficient evidence exists to formally charge a suspect with a crime. Convened by a prosecutor, these closed-door proceedings review witness testimony and physical proof, issuing an indictment if probable cause is found. This process benefits the public by filtering weak cases, protects the accused from baseless charges, and empowers prosecutors to pursue serious felonies effectively.
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