Thanks for the numbers. I agree that 3-5% doesn't necessarily seem too low. And of course the stats don't show the number of indictments that were not sought

Thanks for the numbers. I agree that 3-5% doesn't necessarily seem too low. And of course the stats don't show the number of indictments that were not sought because the prosecutor didn't think they had enough evidence even for a grand jury. Still, the "ham sandwich" comment disturbs me. Do you think it has no basis in reality? Considering the emphasis we put on adversarial proceedings in this country, does it not seem odd and potentially problematic that grand juries hear only one side?