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Appendix D
Indications of a Mega Case

1. Large discovery cases
   
2. Complex cases
   
3. Large multiple defendant cases
   
4. Cases where the participants are non-English speakers, especially where the language spoken is exotic or unusual
   
5. Cases where a defendant has mental health issues
   
6. Large indictments with multiple counts
   
7. Indictments where terrorism is alleged
   
8. Securities or other major fraud indictments
   
9. Wiretap cases especially where foreign languages are involved
   
10. RICO cases
   
11. Organized crime cases
   
12. Drug trafficking/Drug kingpin cases
   
13. Gang cases
   
14. Any case where a plea appears out of the question because of such factors as immigration status or deportation consequences
   
15. Any case which appears, from an early stage, destined for trial
 
 
 
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