EVANS, J.
The basic issue presented by this appeal is whether dismissal of a misdemeanor charge filed in justice court precludes later filing of felony charges in the superior court based upon the same incident.
On July 5, 1970 the defendant John J. McMains was arrested by the deputy sheriff of Grant County on the oral complaint of a private citizen. The defendant was taken to the office of the justice of the peace in Royal City, where a written complaint...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.