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In what situation would the absence of the accused at a trial be considered a waiver of his right to be present?
In what situation would the absence of the accused at a trial be considered a waiver of his right to be present?
What right does Rule 115 Section 1 grant to the accused in a criminal prosecution?
What right does Rule 115 Section 1 grant to the accused in a criminal prosecution?
Under Rule 115 Section 1, when can an accused defend himself in person without the assistance of counsel?
Under Rule 115 Section 1, when can an accused defend himself in person without the assistance of counsel?
What happens if the accused without justifiable cause is absent at a trial where he had prior notice?
What happens if the accused without justifiable cause is absent at a trial where he had prior notice?
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When an accused waives his presence at trial, under what circumstances can he be deemed to have waived this right?
When an accused waives his presence at trial, under what circumstances can he be deemed to have waived this right?
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What does Rule 115 Section 1 grant to the accused concerning his silence during a trial?
What does Rule 115 Section 1 grant to the accused concerning his silence during a trial?
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What does Rule 115 Section 1 grant to the accused in terms of being compelled to testify against himself?
What does Rule 115 Section 1 grant to the accused in terms of being compelled to testify against himself?
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Under Rule 115 Section 1, what must an accused be informed of regarding the accusation against him?
Under Rule 115 Section 1, what must an accused be informed of regarding the accusation against him?
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