The action of arraigning someone in court.

• A. Adjudication
• B. Indictment
• C. Arraignment
• D. Trial

Answer: (C)

Arraignment is the moment in criminal procedure when the defendant is brought before the court to hear the charges and enter a plea. It’s the step where the charges are read, the defendant’s rights are explained, and the person states whether they plead guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This makes it different from an indictment, which is the formal accusation issued (often by a grand jury) that begins the process of prosecution. It’s also different from adjudication, the court’s decision on the issues, and from a trial, where guilt or liability is determined after pleas have been entered. So the action of arraigning someone in court is the arraignment itself.