Question

In a felony case, the purpose of a grand jury is to 

A. judge the merits of the case against the state constitution.   B. decide if the offender should be tried by a jury.   C. judge on a civil indictment.   D. decide if the evidence warrants prosecution.

Answer 1

Answer: C. decide if the evidence warrants prosecution.

Explanation:

In case of a felony charge, the civil officer of presiding officer will decide if the evidence is thorough and clear enough to execute a warrant on the felon. Then, the jury orders the investigators and prosecutors to prosecute the felon, often for a few weeks. The answer is C.

Answer 2

I'll say D would be the answer