Presence of defendant required in felony cases when verdict received - Discretionary in misdemeanor cases.

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If the indictment or information is for a felony, the defendant must, before the verdict is received, appear in person. If it is for a misdemeanor, the verdict may, in the discretion of the court, be rendered in his absence.

R.L.1910, § 5919.


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