What happens if the US Attorney hands the Bannon case to the Grand Jury...?

[getagrip_already]

12. what does pleading the fifth have to do with this?

Had he shown up at the hearing, then that would be his right. Not showing up at all is where he broke the law. In trial, he won't have to testify - that is his right. so the fifth still doesn't apply.

And yes, he will show up in court. But he still has to stand trial. He can still be convicted and sentenced. Just because it is a misdemeanor doesn't mean it is a petty offense. Jails are full of people convicted of them.

It all depends on the judge he draws and what the prosecutors charge him with.

Probation isn't a given, especially if prosecutors want jail time.