Preliminary hearing During this hearing a prosecuting attorney attempts to establish that a crime was committed and the defendant committed that crime. If probable cause is established, the case will proceed. If not established the case is dismissed. Probation Supervised freedom. As an alternative to serving time in prison, some individuals convicted of a crime are allowed to remain free, but with restrictions on their daily activities.
Violation of probation can result in a prison sentence.
An amount of money set by the court to be paid to the victim of a crime for property losses or injuries caused by the crime. Sentencing The court hearing in which the punishment of a defendant is announced. Sentencing follows a guilty plea or a finding of guilt by a jury or judge. Victims and witnesses may be present in court for sentencing. Subpoena A legal order requiring a person to appear in court to testify as a witness.