The Criminal Procedure Rules 2015

Procedure on plea of guilty

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25.4.—(1) This rule applies if—

(a)the defendant pleads guilty to an offence; and

(b)the court is satisfied that the plea represents a clear acknowledgement of guilt.

(2) The court need not receive evidence unless rule 25.16(4) applies (determination of facts for sentencing).

[Note. See also rule 3.24 (Arraigning the defendant on the indictment).]