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Misdemeanor Statement of Rights

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MISDEMEANOR STATEMENT OF RIGHTS

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I understand:

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1. I am charged with committing the offense(s) described in the complaint, citation, or ticket. If I have not received a written complaint describing the charges against me, I may request one.

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2. The maximum sentence for a misdemeanor offense is a fine of $1000 and applicable surcharges, 90 days in jail, or both.

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3. I can be charged with a crime if I fail to appear in Court when I am told or notified of a Court date. The punishment for failure to appear can include a fine, jail, or both.

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4. I have the right to be represented by an attorney at all times and an attorney will be appointed without cost to me if I cannot afford to pay for an attorney.

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5. I have the following constitutional rights:

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a. for the case to be continued for me to obtain or speak to an attorney.

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b. to a trial by the Court, or by a jury of six persons, in which I am presumed innocent until proven guilty by the state beyond a reasonable doubt.

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c. to remain silent at all times, including at trial. Anything I say may be used against me.

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d. the right to confront and cross-examine all witnesses.

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e. the right to subpoena witnesses on my behalf.

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Misdemeanor Statement of Rights 6. I (check one):

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a. request a court-appointed attorney and have completed a form showing my income, property & expenses.

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b. request a continuance to obtain or speak to an attorney.

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c. do not request a court-appointed attorney and waive (give up) the right to an attorney.

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d. have retained my own attorney.

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Name, address, and phone number of your attorney:

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If you have checked box 6a or 6b, STOP HERE, DATE AND SIGN THE BACK OF THIS FORM.

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b. wish to plead not guilty to the offense charged and [check (1) or (2)]

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(1) request a jury trial.

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(2) waive (give up) the right to a jury trial.

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Date: ;aomuG Sign your name on this line

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Print your name, current address, and phone number:

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Translated by Minnesota Translation Laboratory

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