arraignment
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An arraignment has been scheduled for May 20.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Her court arraignment is scheduled for next Monday morning, though she is not required to attend in person as it is a minor charge.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
He is scheduled for arraignment on May 21.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Lemon pleaded not guilty to the charges at his February arraignment, as people congregated outside the courthouse to protest the case.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Soon after the original arraignment of Smith and Hickock, their advocates appeared before Judge Tate to argue a motion urging comprehensive psychiatric examinations for the accused.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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