정식 공판이나 재판이 시작되기 전에 이루어지는 절차나 상태.
Occurring, held, or taking place before a trial begins.
예문:
"The judge rejected the pretrial motion to dismiss the charges."
"Pretrial detention is only used when the defendant is considered a flight risk."
"Both parties met for a pretrial conference to discuss a potential settlement."