A temporary stay of an entire indictment may be warranted where one count raises arguable double jeopardy issues under the Garrett principle, because evidence on the impugned count would likely taint convictions on remaining counts. The availability of a post-conviction appeal does not negate the need for a temporary stay in such circumstances. The boundaries of the Garrett principle remain unestablished.
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