Ethiopia

Criminal Procedure Code of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

BOOK III
Preliminary Inquiry and Committal for Trial

Art. 85. — Accused asked whether he wishes to make a statement.

(1) After the witnesses for the prosecution have been heard and their evidence recorded, the court shall ask the accused whether he wishes to make a statement in answer to the charge.

(2) He shall be informed that the preliminary inquiry does not constitute a trial and that the decision as to his guilt or innocence will be taken by the High Court and not by the committing court.

(3) He shall be informed that he is not bound to say anything but that any statement he may wish to make will be taken down in writing and may be put in at his trial.

Keywords

Fair trial standards
Rights during investigation - self incrimination
Rights during investigation - remain silent



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