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Not too much took place Thursday at the Preliminary Hearing of the Stephanie Broshous trial as everyone was on hand, but she and her attorney waived their right to a Preliminary Hearing.

So, what does that mean?

The State must prove Probable Cause at a Preliminary Hearing in order to move on to a trial. If they fail to do so, the case is dismissed right there. By waiving their right to a Preliminary Hearing, Broshous is not admitting guilt in any way, but is acknowledging that the State would meet the requirements to prove Probable Cause.

In essence, they are saying – let’s go to tri...