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The Grand Jury division is responsible for the coordination and review of all felony cases and Class A & B misdemeanors filed with our office by the various law enforcement agencies in Montgomery County. The complaints are first reported to and investigated by the local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction over the matter. The agency then submits reports on people who have been arrested as well as for those that have not been arrested. The attorneys review the reports and request additional information if necessary.
Misdemeanor cases are filed with the County Clerk so that charges can proceed in one of the County Courts at Law.
Felony cases are presented to the Grand Jury. The Grand Jury decides if an indictment is returned after a determination of probable cause. If an Indictment is returned by a Grand Jury, it is filed with the District Clerk’s office and charges proceed in one of the District Courts.
The Grand Jury Division is also involved in screening and participating in Montgomery County’s two diversion programs for drugs and alcohol. Lastly, the Grand Jury attorneys assist law enforcement agencies with questions they may have prior to filing a case with our office and in preparing search and/or arrest warrants.
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