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Felony ­ Gross Misdemeanor First Appearance Statement of Rights
Defendant

I understand:
1. 2. 3. I am charged with committing the offense(s) described in the complaint, citation, or ticket. The possible sentence for each offense is as specified in the complaint, citation, or ticket. I have the right to be represented by an attorney at all times, including police line-up or during police questioning. An attorney will be appointed to represent me if I cannot afford to pay for an attorney. I do not have to say anything about the case. I do not have to answer questions from anyone about the case. Anything I say may be used against me. I can speak to an attorney before my next Court appearance, and I will be given enough time before my next Court date to obtain an attorney. I can have a jury trial or a trial by a judge without a jury. I can tell the judge today what I think should be done about bail or my release from custody. I can be charged with a criminal offense if I fail to appear in Court when I am told or notified of a Court date, and the punishment for such a failure to appear can include a fine, jail, or both. I wish to (check one): request a court-appointed attorney and have completed a form regarding my income, property, and expenses. request a continuance to consult my own attorney. represent myself I have (check one): been booked and fingerprinted on this offense(s). not been booked and fingerprinted on this offense(s).

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Dated: Signature Date of Birth

Your attorney:
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Your Name:
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CRM202

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Rev 6/01-R

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