Which of the following events-during which the judge informs the defendant of the charges against him or her and appoints counsel if one has not yet been retained-occurs after an indictment is filed subsequent to a preliminary hearing.

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The event described is the arraignment, which typically takes place after an indictment has been filed. During the arraignment, the judge reads the charges to the defendant and asks how he or she pleads. If the defendant has not yet retained an attorney, the judge will appoint one at this time.

Which of the Following Events-During Which the Judge Informs the Defendant