Mr. Parnell entered a not guilty plea to the charges. Which of the following would have been the forum for entering that plea?

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The arraignment is the stage of criminal proceedings where the defendant is formally informed of the charges against them and enters a plea. This is where Mr. Parnell would have entered his not guilty plea. The grand jury and preliminary hearing are earlier stages in the criminal process where evidence is presented to determine if there is enough probable cause to proceed with charges. The initial appearance is the defendant's first time appearing in court after being arrested, where they are informed of their charges and rights but do not typically enter a plea.

Mr Parnell Entered a Not Guilty Plea to the Charges