§ 14-302. Arraignment.

(a)

Upon making his appearance before the Court, the defendant shall be arraigned, during which time the Judge or the City Counsel shall:

(1)

Read the complaint to the defendant;

(2)

Inform him of his legal rights, including the right of jury trial, if applicable;

(3)

Inform him of the consequences of conviction; and

(4)

Inquire whether the defendant pleads "guilty" or "not guilty".

(b)

Should the defendant plead "guilty," the Court may proceed to judgment and sentence as prescribed in Article V of this chapter.

(c)

Should the defendant plead "not guilty," the case shall be set for hearing, either before the Court or a jury, as required by the Presiding Judge in the Court Rules.

(d)

All facts pertaining to the arraignment, including the demand, or waiver of jury trial, shall be entered and recorded on the docket of the Court.

(Ord. No. 0-7273-95)