The primary purpose of a(n) ________ is to hear the formal information or indictment and to allow the defendant to enter a plea.

A. arraignment
B. preliminary hearing
C. initial appearance
D. indictment


Answer: A

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. skimming b. hacking c. spamming d. carding

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What will be an ideal response?

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