booking
plea bargaining
grand jury indictment
arrest
preliminary hearing
initial appearance
hearing
choose one of the above to answer the questions
There is enough evidence that someone has committed a crime serious enough to warrant being taken into custody (police detention).
Arrest
Which legal process typically follows an arrest in which a judge or magistrate determines whether there is enough evidence for a trial to proceed?
Preliminary hearing
What is the purpose of an arrest in the criminal justice system?
An arrest is made when there is enough evidence that someone has committed a crime serious enough to warrant being taken into custody. It is the first step in the legal process for addressing criminal behavior and ensuring public safety.