New York · New York Criminal Procedure Law (CPL)
N.Y. Crim. Proc. Law § 170.10: Arraignment upon information, simplified traffic information, prosecutor's information or misdemeanor complaint; defendant's presence, de...
What this law says, in plain English
This statute establishes procedural requirements for arraignment in criminal cases, including defendant's right to counsel, court's duty to inform the defendant of charges, and conditions for personal appearance or appearance by counsel.
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