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Misdemeanor Cases
General Anatomy of a Misdemeanor Case in District Court
Police investigation by relevant law enforcement agency
Report filed with County Attorney's Office
Review for sufficiency of evidence and charging decision
Misdemeanor charge is filed in District Court
Defendant is served with complaint by way of arrest warrant or summons
First Appearance
Reading of charge and range of possible penalties
Legal representation
Next appearance date
Bond
Arraignment
Guilty - Move to sentencing
Not Guilty - Set for trial
No Contest - Move to sentencing
Trial
To a judge
To a jury of six
State bears burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt
Defendant may remain silent or present evidence
Verdict
Guilty
Not Guilty
Sentencing
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