TITLE IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Rule 43. Defendant's Presence
(b) When Not Required. A defendant need not be present under any of the following circumstances :
(1) Organizational Defendant. The defendant is an organization represented by counsel who is present.
(2) Misdemeanor Offense. The offense is punishable by fine or by imprisonment for not more than one year, or both, and with the defendant's written consent, the court permits arraignment, plea, trial, and sentencing to occur in the defendant's absence.
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