Once a trial has commenced and a defendant has knowingly and voluntarily absented himself or herself, the trial judge:

A. May continue with the trial.
B. Must declare a mistrial.
C. Must grant a continuance.
D. None of the above.


A. May continue with the trial.

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False

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