HB 1858 Authorizes prosecuting and circuit attorneys to dismiss a complaint, information, or indictment without the consent of the court

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HB 1858 - This act allows a prosecuting or circuit attorney to dismiss a complaint, information, or indictment, or any count, without obtaining the consent of the court. The dismissal may be made orally or by written statement. Any such dismissal filed prior to the time double jeopardy has attached is without prejudice. If filed after double jeopardy has attached, the dismissal is with prejudice, unless the defendant has consented to having the case dismissed with prejudice.

SUSAN HENDERSON MOORE


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