Section 6.21 Waiver When Grand Jury Will Be Called

• Library: Criminal Practice 2012 Supp

B. (§6.21) Waiver When Grand Jury Will Be Called

When it is known that the case is definitely going to be presented to a grand jury, it may be advisable to consider waiver because there is nothing to lose. Waiver might prevent a higher bail bond being required by the court after indictment by the grand jury. Some lawyers also prefer not to try a felony case after indictment because of the possible inference given the trial jurors that a grand jury has already heard the evidence and found the defendant...