Abstract
Abstract The preliminary hearing is an important procedure in the American court system. Many variations exist in the structure and practice of the preliminary hearing among the states and between jurisdictions in the United States. Despite these differences, the main purpose and objective of the preliminary hearing is essentially the same: It defines the role of the judge in determining if probable cause exists in support of the charges against the accused and to provide individuals with the constitutional provisions afforded them. The defendants are also formally read the charges against them and their legal rights prior to the outset of the criminal justice process. The aim of this entry is to provide a general overview of the preliminary hearing. In doing so, a brief summary of some of the major US Constitutional provisions is provided.
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