Your Rights as a Defendant:

The right to be represented by an attorney.

The right to a reasonable continuance of your case for cause. (Any continuance must be requested in person.)

The right to be given a full explanation of the charges against you.

The right to remain silent because any statement may be used against you.

The right to make an oral explanation upon a plea of guilty.

The right to a trial by the judge or by a jury, if eligible.

The right to a "Presumption of Innocence" - to be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The right to present witnesses on your own behalf and the right to have your witnesses subpoenaed.

The right to cross-examine prosecution witnesses.

The right to testify or not to testify in your own behalf as you desire.

The right to make an oral explanation in mitigation if found guilty

The right to appeal to a higher court. If you plead guilty, you waive your right to appeal.