Jack is charged with first-degree murder and is set for trial in the same jurisdiction where the alleged crime occurred. Because of the high-profile nature of the case, Jack’s attorney wants to move the trial to another location. Jack’s lawyer should file a(n):

a. pretrial motion
b. indictment
c. appeal
d. postarrest investigation


a. pretrial motion

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