Plus, does "make the case" mean "explain the case"?
Context:
Before trial, Bales will face
an Article 32 hearing, equivalent to a grand jury proceeding, in which prosecutors
make the case for criminal charges. In the military version, Bales will have the right to attend, and his lawyer can present and cross-examine witnesses.
The military system is more "protective" of an individual rights than the civilian system, White said. For example, if a suspect made a statement to a commanding officer who did not first read him Miranda rights, a defense lawyer could attempt to have the entire statement suppressed.
MOre:
http://www.usatoday.com/news/military/story/2012-03-17/robert-bales-defense/53594000/1