Pretrial Motions

Pretrial motions are requests made by parties in a legal case to the court before the trial begins. These motions can address various issues, such as excluding certain evidence, changing the trial location, or dismissing the case altogether. The judge reviews the arguments and decides whether to grant or deny the motion. This process helps shape the trial by resolving certain legal questions in advance, ensuring that the trial focuses on the most relevant issues and operates smoothly. Essentially, pretrial motions set the stage for what happens during the trial.