David Thompson has just been arrested and charged with arson. This is his third charge within the last four years. He has just recently completed probation from his last charge. David is concerned that he may not have enough cash to make bail. David has been arrested and booked. At what stage of the process will he plead guilty or not guilty?

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Arraignment is the court proceeding where the defendant is formally charged with a crime and asked to respond by pleading guilty, not guilty, or no contest.

David Thompson Has Just Been Arrested and Charged with Arson