Arraignment at Law Glossary
What is it? The hearing at which the accused is brought before the court to plead to the criminal charge in the indictment. He may plead guilty, not guilty, or where permitted nolo contendere. (See preliminary hearing.)Legal Definition Added By: Dominic
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