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What right does the accused have in terms of being presumed innocent?
What right does the accused have in terms of being presumed innocent?
What does the accused need to be informed of according to the text?
What does the accused need to be informed of according to the text?
In what situations can the accused waive his presence at the trial?
In what situations can the accused waive his presence at the trial?
What happens if the accused is absent without justifiable cause at the trial?
What happens if the accused is absent without justifiable cause at the trial?
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When can the accused be allowed to defend himself in person without counsel?
When can the accused be allowed to defend himself in person without counsel?
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What right does the accused have in terms of testifying as a witness?
What right does the accused have in terms of testifying as a witness?
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What happens if the accused escapes custody?
What happens if the accused escapes custody?
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What does the accused have the right to not be compelled to do?
What does the accused have the right to not be compelled to do?
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What right does the accused have regarding being compelled to be a witness against himself?
What right does the accused have regarding being compelled to be a witness against himself?
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Under what condition can the accused defend himself in person instead of with counsel?
Under what condition can the accused defend himself in person instead of with counsel?
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Study Notes
Rights of the Accused
- The accused has the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty.
- The accused has the right to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation, and to be informed of the charges against them.
- The accused has the right to waive their presence at the trial in certain situations, such as when the trial is being held in their absence due to their illness or escape, or when they are being prosecuted in absentia.
Trial Proceedings
- If the accused is absent without justifiable cause at the trial, they may be tried and sentenced in absentia, and the trial may proceed without their presence.
- The accused has the right to defend themselves in person without counsel if they so choose, but this right can be restricted in certain circumstances.
Witness Testimony
- The accused has the right to testify as a witness in their own defense, but they cannot be compelled to do so.
- The accused has the right not to be compelled to be a witness against themselves, and cannot be forced to testify against their own interests.
Consequences of Actions
- If the accused escapes custody, they may be subject to further penalties or consequences.
- The accused has the right not to be compelled to do certain acts, such as testifying against themselves, and cannot be forced to incriminate themselves.
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Test your knowledge on the rights of the accused at trial as outlined in Rule 115 Section 1. Learn about the entitlements of the accused, including the presumption of innocence, being informed of the accusation, and the right to be present with counsel throughout the proceedings.
