What follows after intial interrogations in the arrest procedure?

Following initial interrogations in the arrest procedure, what comes next is the D.A’s conference and the development of an accusatory instrument. This process typically involves the district attorney reviewing the evidence and circumstances surrounding the arrest to determine if there is sufficient cause to bring formal charges. During the conference, the D.A. may discuss the details of the case with law enforcement, evaluate the evidence collected from the interrogation and other investigative measures, and decide on the appropriate charges to pursue.

The accusatory instrument is a formal document that outlines the charges against the arrested individual. It signifies that the legal proceedings are moving forward based on the evidence presented. This step is critical in ensuring that the arrested person is brought to court with clear and substantiated allegations, thus upholding the legal process.

In contrast, victim support services, while important, are typically not the immediate next step in the legal process post-interrogation. An evidentiary hearing occurs later in the legal process, where the validity of evidence is assessed, whereas arraignment is a subsequent step that comes after the accusatory instrument has been filed and charges have been officially made.