Author Question: Explain the purpose of the initial appearance of a defendant. What will be an ideal ... (Read 79 times)

bcretired · **on:** Aug 3, 2018

Explain the purpose of the initial appearance of a defendant.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A document describing the nature of a motion and the time and place set for hearing is known as:

a. notice of motion.
b. declaration in support of motion.
c. memorandum of points and authorities.
d. declaration in opposition to motion.
e. None of the above

diesoon · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 3, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The initial appearance is the first court appearance of a criminal defendant after the arrest. As soon as possible, the defendant is taken before a judge or magistrate. This usually occurs within twenty-four hours of the arrest. This initial appearance is short. The judge determines that the defendant is the person named in the complaint. The defendant is told his or her rights at this time. These rights include the right to understand the charge, the right to counsel at all stages of the criminal process, and the right to bail.

Answer to Question 2

a