I was told my case was “Scratched.” What does that mean?
Cases are sometimes “scratched” or “vacated” at the preliminary hearing stage. This may mean that the formal charges were not filed or that the prosecutor has chosen to take the case to the grand jury.

The charges may be re-filed.

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4. What type of cases does the Public Defender’s office handle?
5. Why was I told to contact your office within in 2 days of being released from jail?
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7. What is a preliminary hearing?
8. What happens at the Initial Pretrial Conference?
9. Why was my hearing vacated?
10. Who has a right to file a notice of appeal?
11. How much time do I have to file a notice of appeal from a Superior Court case?
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13. Who has a right to file a PCR (petition for post-conviction relief)?
14. How much time do I have to file a PCR?
15. I missed my court hearing, what do I do?
16. Can I get my attorney right now because I want to get my bond reduced?
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18. I was told my case was “Scratched.” What does that mean?