Full Answer Section

1. Arrest: If law enforcement officers have probable cause to believe that someone has committed a crime, they can arrest that person.
2. Initial appearance: After a person is arrested, they are brought before a judge for an initial appearance. The judge will inform the person of the charges against them and set bail.
3. Pre-trial motions: The defense attorney may file pre-trial motions, such as a motion to dismiss the case or a motion to suppress evidence. The judge will hold hearings on these motions and rule on them.
4. Arraignment: At the arraignment, the defendant will enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest.
5. Jury selection: If the defendant pleads not guilty, a jury will be selected. The jury will be responsible for deciding whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty.
6. Trial: The trial is where the prosecution and defense present their cases to the jury. The prosecution will try to prove that the defendant is guilty, while the defense will try to prove that the defendant is not guilty.
7. Jury deliberations: After the prosecution and defense have presented their cases, the jury will deliberate to reach a verdict.
8. Verdict: The jury will deliver a verdict of guilty or not guilty. If the defendant is found guilty, the judge will set a sentencing date.
9. Sentencing: At the sentencing hearing, the judge will sentence the defendant. The sentence may include imprisonment, probation, fines, and other penalties.
10. Appeals: The defendant may appeal the verdict or the sentence. The appeal will be heard by a higher court.

This is a general overview of the criminal justice process. There may be variations in the process depending on the jurisdiction and the type of crime.