Matching Pairs Stages of the CJ ProcessOnline version Basic stages of the criminal justice process by LeAnn Cabage 1 Booking 2 Investigation 3 Trial 4 Grand jury or information 5 Arrest 6 Sanction 7 Sentencing 8 Preliminary hearing 9 Appeals 10 Arraignment 11 Release 12 Initial appearance Focuses on whether a crime was committed, who is suspected of committing the crime, whether an arrest is warranted, and when an arrest should occur. Hearing held to determine the sanctions for a convicted individual. What happens after individuals have completed their sanctions. Judge determines if probable cause exists to suggest the suspect committed a crime in the judge's jurisdiction. The suspect if formally notified of the charges, advised of his or her legal rights, and asked whether he or she wants to plead guilty, not guilty, or no contest. Prison, jail, community supervision During this stage the prosecution is expected to prove beyond a reasonable doubt the defendant committed the offense or offenses with which he or she is charged. The purpose of this stage is to determine whether sufficient evidence exists to suggest the case should proceed to trial. Initial step in the formal processing of a case. The opportunity to challenge the court's ruling. The suspect appears before a magistrate or similar official and is formally notified of the charges, advised of their rights, and notified of bail decisions (in some jurisdictions). To formally record the arrest
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