What is a pretrial, & what happens during the pretrial?

Question

pending dui case

Answer 1

The defense attorney and the prosecuting (state) attorney will have a meeting where they discuss issues pertaining to the case, and perhaps come to agreements about possible pleas.

Here are our local trial rules about pre-trial conferences:

1. Describe anticipated exhibits and the order of anticipated introduction. If exhibits are available for labeling, they will be labeled at this time.

2. To list witnesses.

3. To have an issue instruction prepared if a jury trial has been requested.

4. To have any preliminary instruction that may be requested other than a pattern jury instruction.

5. Make any motions in limine.

6. Make any other appropriate motions such as motion to view motions to amend pleadings, etc.

7. To prepare stipulations as to admission of evidence or facts.

8. Estimate time needed to present that party’s evidence.

9. Bring before the Court any other matters that would assist in preparing for trial.