By Riley S. Lovejoy, Attorney at Law - Your first appearance on a criminal matter is called an arraignment. At your arraignment, you will be advised of your rights and will be asked to enter a plea. If you enter a plea of not guilty the matter will be set for trial. If you enter a plea of guilty you may be sentenced at that time, or the Judge may elect to “continue” the sentencing to a later date. Rarely is it wise to plead guilty at arraignment. The Judge will likely advise you to speak with a lawyer. If you insist on representing yourself, the Judge will likely choose to impose the sentence recommended by the Prosecutor.
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