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Prosecutor Worthy on Magistrate's Low Bond in McCormick and Jordan Case
"If that wasn't enough, at the time of the March 15, 2021 arraignment, Defendant McCormick was on bond for another felony case and awaiting a preliminary exam. The defendant was arraigned on that case in September 18, 2020. Defendant McCormick was charged with RCSP and Carrying a Concealed Weapon* and a $1000 was set by the same person, Magistrate Sherman. It is the responsibility of the magistrate to look at all of the circumstances and set the bond, including an outstanding charge."
"The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office has never had the resources to staff the district court arraignment courtrooms. This is precisely why relevant information is always contained in the court file for the magistrate to read and assess before making a bond decision."
*The charges are allegations and defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
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