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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?
- If he escapes from custody and is not present on subsequent trial dates (correct)
- If he is ill and unable to attend with a valid medical certificate
- If he voluntarily chooses not to attend the trial
- If he is not informed of the trial date by the court
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?
- To testify as a witness against himself
- To be exempt from informing the accused of the nature of the accusation
- To waive the right to be present during the trial without consequences (correct)
- To be presumed guilty until proven innocent beyond reasonable doubt
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?
- When he prefers to remain silent throughout the trial
- When he is not properly informed of his right to counsel
- When it sufficiently appears to the court that he can properly protect his rights (correct)
- When the court believes he can protect his rights better with 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?
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?
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?
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?
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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