Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Arraignment — Requirements for Valid Arraignment — Non-Compliance Not Fatal Where Accused Understands English

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

A valid arraignment requires that the charge be explained to the accused in the language he understands. Where the accused demonstrates understanding of English throughout the proceedings, the court may presume compliance. Factors showing understanding include making pleas in English, making statements in English, and…

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