pretrial
adjective
pre·tri·al
ˌprē-ˈtrī(-ə)l 
variants
or pre-trial
: occurring or existing before a trial
a pretrial hearing
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Nick Reiner's next pretrial hearing is set for September.
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Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The Circuit Court recognizes the importance of ongoing public discussion regarding electronic monitoring, warrant service, and the administration of the pretrial system.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Putnam County dragged its heels in civil court, filing motion after motion in pretrial hearings, perhaps hoping Dipippo would settle cheaply.
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
His is scheduled to appear in court for a pretrial hearing in September.
—Alex Stone, ABC News, 9 June 2026
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Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The Circuit Court recognizes the importance of ongoing public discussion regarding electronic monitoring, warrant service, and the administration of the pretrial system.
—Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Putnam County dragged its heels in civil court, filing motion after motion in pretrial hearings, perhaps hoping Dipippo would settle cheaply.
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
His is scheduled to appear in court for a pretrial hearing in September.
—Alex Stone, ABC News, 9 June 2026
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“Pretrial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pretrial. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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