After his plea, the defendant is entitled to at least five days to prepare for trial.

(Amended by Stats. 1927, Ch. 606.)

Terms Used In California Penal Code 1049

  • 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.