The prosecutor presents this "bill" to a , a group of typically 16 to 23 citizens. Unlike a trial, this process is secret and involves only the prosecutor, the grand jurors, and witnesses—no defense attorney or judge is present during deliberations.
After hearing the evidence, the grand jury votes on the draft: Drafting the Indictment | The Crown Prosecution Service bill of indictment
: The grand jury does not decide guilt. Instead, they look for probable cause —whether it is "more likely than not" that the defendant committed the crime. 3. The Turning Point: "True Bill" vs. "No Bill" The prosecutor presents this "bill" to a ,