Pre Trial Detention
wHAT IS A PTD?
We file pre-trial detention motions when there is clear evidence that a defendant poses a threat to public safety. These cases involve violent crimes, repeat offenders, and situations where no conditions of release would reasonably protect the community. If the Judge accepts the PTD the defendant will remain in custody until trial.
- Intake Team Screens for PTD
2. PTD is filed in District Court
3. Preliminary and Pretrial-Hearing
4. Judge grants or denies
- Dismissed PTD occurs when FJDA Intake Team does not have probable cause, or the victim does not cooperate with law enforcement.
- Denied occurs when a Judge determines there is not enough evidence or previous criminal history to grant PTD.
