Defense Requests New Court Date for Defendant to Waive Prelim Hearing

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A defendant waived his right to a preliminary hearing, which would determine if there is enough evidence to bring his case to trial.

James Hawkins was charged with robbery on March 28. 

A felony status conference was scheduled for June 24. However, defense attorney Rachel McCoy asked that a new date be set so Hawkins could sign a waiver forgoing the preliminary hearing.

Judge Julie Becker granted the request for a new hearing date, which is scheduled for June 30.