enter a plea
Example Sentences
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Oakley was not asked to enter a plea during the hearing as Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring sent the case to the Old Bailey.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Tabor did not enter a plea at his arraignment Monday because his defense attorney raised doubts about Tabor’s competency to stand trial.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
Akram, 24, has made a series of short court appearances but is yet to enter a plea to the charges.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
He did not enter a plea at a hearing Wednesday; his lawyer, Jacqueline Goodman, did not respond to a request for comment.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2026
The judge rapped for order and asked, “Is the defendant ready to enter a plea to this indictment?”
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
