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Ind. Code § 35-33-7-5: Ind. Code § 35-33-7-5

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

This statute requires judges to inform defendants at initial hearings of their rights, including the right to counsel, bail conditions, speedy trial, and self-incrimination protections. It also permits judges to refer pregnant women charged with drug crimes to diversion or drug court programs.

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