Commonwealth v. Bandeira

Agnes, A.J.

BACKGROUND

The defendants, Nelson F. Bandeira (“Nelson”) and Leonardo B. Bandeira (“Leonardo”), were both charged and indicted for Home Invasion, Armed Assault to Murder, Armed Assault in a Dwelling, and Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon in June 2003. This matter is before the court on each defendant’s Motion to Dismiss the indictments. The two motions have hereby been consolidated. For the reasons stated below, the defendants’ motions to dismiss are DENIED.

FINDINGS OF FACT

The findings of fact are derived solely from the grand jury transcript."2 The sole witnesses testifying…