(1) When an accused appears at the first hearing for offences committed flagrante delicto, he
shall be informed by the President of the court that the right to apply for three (3) days to
prepare his defence.
(2) If the accused so applies, the court shall order an adjournment.
(3) Mention of this information and the decision of the accused shall be made in the judgment
otherwise it shall be a nullity.
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