North Dakota Code 29-16-07 – Time to prepare for trial
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After a plea of not guilty, the defendant, if the defendant requests it, is entitled to at least one day to prepare for trial, and further time for good cause shown.
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 29-16-07
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.