Plea In Absentia {LSC-CRIM-025}

LSC-CRIM-025 - PLEA IN ABSENTIA. form is used in the Superior Court of California, County of Lassen, for a defendant to enter a plea without being physically present in court. The defendant certifies that they understand their rights, which have been explained by their attorney, and authorizes the attorney to enter the plea on their behalf. The defendant also waives their right to be present at sentencing and to personally address the court. The attorney certifies that they have discussed the plea and rights with the defendant and believes the plea and waivers are made voluntarily and intelligently. The court then reviews the document, ensures the plea and waivers are valid, and enters the plea into the record. Form Adopted for Mandatory Use. Local Rules of Court, Rule 1(Z). www.FormsWorkflow.com