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a formal request made to a court for it to do something

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motion

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the purpose of this is to contest the legality of the other side’s questions

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objection

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This occurs when the defense believes that the indictment is fatally flawed. (example - the facts alleged do not amount to a crime)

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Motion to Dismiss

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The purpose of this hearing is to determine if evidence was obtained in an unconstitutional manner or not

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Motion to Suppress

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This is a motion filed by the defendant asking for their trial to be moved to another location.

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Motion for Change of Venue

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A motion requesting the court to prohibit the other side from presenting, or even referring to certain evidence (applies to more than illegally seized evidence)

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Motion in Limine

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This motion, if granted, would allow the trial to be delayed for various reasons, including providing more time to prepare for the trial or gather witnesses.

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Motion for Continuance

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A request by either party to have all of the witnesses leave the courtroom unless they are in the process of testifying

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Invoking the Rule

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This can be filed if the prosecution fears that revealing information required under a discovery rule will endanger the case or a person’s life.

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Motion for a Protective Order

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The defendant may want to file this motion in order to have his or her own trial, separate from an accomplice.

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Motion for Severance