When #Maduro makes his initial appearance in court on Monday, a judge will likely advise him of the charges against him & ensure he has a defense lawyer.
It could be months or more than a year before Maduro stands trial.
Prosecutors could eventually offer a plea deal to avoid a trial.
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Maduro's case is expected to be overseen by #US District Judge Alvin Hellerstein because he was assigned to the 2020 case brought against #Maduro.
The 92-year-old jurist has been skeptical of arguments by the #Trump admin in other high-profile cases. Earlier this year, Hellerstein rejected efforts to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members under the #AlienEnemiesAct, saying the wartime #law had been improperly invoked by the admin.