PrincipleCRIMINAL PROCEDURE – Arraignment – Taking of Plea – Mandatory Requirements for Valid Plea
- Area of law
- CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
- Court
- Supreme Court
Valid arraignment requires: (1) accused placed before court unfettered; (2) charge read and explained in language accused understands; (3) explanation to the court's satisfaction; (4) accused called upon to plead instantly; (5) plea recorded. These requirements are mandatory, not directory. Failure to comply renders proceedings…
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