The Defendant's Presence at Trial

question 18

Multiple Choice

The defendant's presence at trial:

• A)is absolute, and trial cannot take place without the defendant.
• B)can be forfeited by disruptive behavior.
• C)is not a constitutional right.
• D)is subject to the judge's discretion.

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Edgar Schein

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