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| Before federal charges are filed, a federal grand jury is usually convened to hear evidence about a particular case to determine whether there is probable cause to return an Indictment. Unlike state prosecutions, in a federal case a grand jury almost always makes the probable cause determination necessary to hold someone over for trial. In a state criminal case, the probable cause determination is typically made by a judge at a preliminary hearing. |
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| We understand the grand jury system. Our team includes attorneys with extensive experience with federal grand juries. James W. Spertus is a former federal prosecutor who leads our experienced federal criminal defense team. Attorneys Amanda R. Touchton, a former federal public defender, and Ezra D. Landes also have tremendous experience with the grand jury system. |
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| A typical grand jury investigation will create three categories of individuals related to the matter: (1) targets, (2) subjects, and (3) witnesses. If you receive notice that you are the target or the subject of a grand jury investigation, it means that the grand jury is either investigating you, or will likely investigate you in the future. If you are a witness, it means that the grand jury is investigating others, but that you have information related to the grand jury investigation. If you are involved in any manner with a grand jury investigation, you need the best legal counsel immediately. Witnesses can become targets or subjects of an investigation, and targets and subjects can be downgraded to witnesses. Having counsel that can navigate these complex waters is crucial. At the Law Offices of James W. Spertus, we offer a full range of services relating to grand jury investigations, including: |
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| Preliminary Preparation for Testifying |
| Negotiating for Immunity |
| Subpoena Compliance and Production of Requested Materials |
| Conducting Simultaneous Parallel Investigations |
| Coordinating Grand Jury Evidence |
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