... for the case to be tried at a crown court with a jury. If defence wishes to challenge because of insufficient evidence then all evidence must be read out. Both sides must make aural statements. These proceedings will only take place in a triable either way offence. If Bob has committed an indictable offence then case will be reassigned to the crown court after the early admin hearing at the magistrate's court (transfer proceedings). At the crown court a PDH will take place, as Bob is in custody he will have a hearing within four weeks, all the charges will be read out and then the defendant pleads guilty or not guilty. If the defendant pleads guilty there is usually an immediate sentence however if the defendant pleads not guilty the judge gives directions necessary to organise a trial such directions may be agreeing to witnesses, video links and checking ...

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