Every objection to any indictment for any defect apparent on the face thereof shall be taken by demurrer or on motion to quash such indictment before the jury shall be sworn and not afterwards.
HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 17-409; 1952 Code Section 17-409; 1942 Code Section 1004; 1932 Code Section 1004; Cr. P. '22 Section 90; Cr. C. '12 Section 84; Cr. C. '02 Section 57; R. S. 56; 1887 (19) 829.