A(n)________ is a defendant's formal denial or admission of guilt.

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A plea is a defendant's formal statement of guilt or not guilty in response to the charges brought against them. A plea can also be a plea bargain or a plea of no contest. Option B is incorrect because a plea of no contest is not an admission of guilt, but rather a statement of non-opposition to the charges. Option C refers to the initial appearance in court where the charges are read and the defendant enters a plea. Option D is incorrect because an indictment is a formal accusation of a crime, not a plea or admission of guilt.

A(n)________ Is a Defendant's Formal Denial or Admission of Guilt