Ming Ming Chen and Liang Zhao Arraignment 01/11/17 | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR
Defendant faces murder charges with specifications, bail set, preliminary hearing scheduled.
Key Insights
- đī¸ Murder and felonious assault charges with specifications are serious offenses.
- đĢ Bail amounts can be set high for defendants based on various factors, such as flight risk.
- đĻģ Legal proceedings, including preliminary hearings, are integral to determining the course of the case.
- đ¯ī¸ Defendants have rights including legal representation, the right to remain silent, and a jury trial.
- đŧ Specified charges in a criminal case add complexity to the legal process.
- âī¸ Flight risk and connections outside the jurisdiction can impact decisions on bail amounts.
- đĨļ Defendant and co-defendant situations may lead to legal counsel changes.
Transcript
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Questions & Answers
Q: What charges is Mr. Chen facing and why is bail set high?
Mr. Chen is facing murder and felonious assault charges with specifications attached, leading to a high bail amount due to flight risk and connections to New York.
Q: When is the preliminary hearing scheduled for Mr. Chen's case?
The preliminary hearing for Mr. Chen's case is set for January 19, 2017, to determine probable cause before proceeding to the Court of Common Pleas.
Q: What rights does Mr. Chen have as a defendant in this legal process?
Mr. Chen has the right to remain silent, a jury trial, and legal counsel to represent him during the legal proceedings.
Q: Why might Mr. Chen not be represented by his current attorney in future proceedings?
There is a possibility that Mr. Chen's current attorney may not represent him if the case proceeds to the Court of Common Pleas, where counsel will be appointed.
Summary & Key Takeaways
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Defendant Mr. Chen faces murder charges with specifications and felonious assault.
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Bail set at a high amount due to flight risk and ties to New York.
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Preliminary hearing scheduled for January 19, 2017.
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