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§ 990. — 990. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 931, Sec. 380.)

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Part 2.TITLE 6. PLEADINGS AND PROCEEDINGS BEFORE TRIAL
Ch. 1.CHAPTER 1. Of the Arraignment of the Defendant

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If on the arraignment, the defendant requires it, the defendant must be allowed a reasonable time to answer, which shall be not less than one day in a felony case and not more than seven days in a misdemeanor or infraction case.

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Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 931, Sec. 380. Effective September 28, 1998.
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