Preliminary

Investigation Information filed to the

(whenever appropriate court
If the prosecutor
applicable, determines that
requested and/or probable cause exists
required by law) sufficient for the case Judge personally determines
to go to trial whether or not sufficient
probable cause exists to issue
a warrant of arrest
COMPLAINT

Arrest of the Accused

Instances of
Lawful and
Right to Bail
Valid Detention/Custody
in applicable
Warrantless
cases
Arrest

Arraignment and
Plea

Pre-trial
(mandatory)

Trial

Promulgation of
Judgment

If accused is convicted

Service of Sentence

Other Modes of
Early Release