A grand jury functions much like a judge in deciding whether there is sufficient evidence to bind over a defendant charged with a felony or gross misdemeanor for trial in district court. 然而, in a grand jury proceeding, the defendant or his attorney may, 但不是必需的, to present evidence tending to explain away the criminal allegations, but is not allowed to ask questions or cross-examine witnesses. Because grand jury proceedings are inquisitorial and therefore "one-sided," the prosecutor is ethically obliged to present any evidence that tends to show the defendant did not commit the crime(s) alleged. More information can be found at
卡森.org/DA.
