For felony cases, the defendant is permitted to make a plea at the initial appearance.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse

The correct answer is False.

In felony cases, the initial appearance is typically not the stage where a defendant makes a plea. During this appearance, the court often informs the defendant of the charges, rights, and potential penalties. Additionally, issues such as bail may be addressed. The opportunity to enter a plea generally occurs later, usually at an arraignment, where the defendant formally responds to the charges with a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This system is designed to ensure that defendants are fully aware of their charges and legal options before making such a significant legal decision. Thus, the statement that a defendant is permitted to make a plea at the initial appearance is incorrect.