In some states, a serious criminal case may be heard without a petit jury if the
a. judge orders that a grand jury be used instead.
b. state permits the prosecuting attorney to use information instead.
c. accused waives the right to a trial by jury.
d. jurors waive their right to hear and decide the case.

A. Judge orders that a grand jury be used instead.

The correct answer is C. accused waives the right to a trial by jury

explanation:

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