This law section outlines procedures for handling material witnesses in criminal cases, including court requirements for bail or jail if testimony may be lost. It also specifies that witnesses subpoenaed by the prosecution do not need to be paid fees and clarifies procedures during arraignment if a defendant refuses to plead. Overall, it aims to ensure witness testimony is preserved and court processes are clear.
The court can require the witness to post bail or be committed to jail until they agree to testify, ensuring their testimony is preserved.
No, witnesses do not need to be paid fees; they are bound to attend court as if they had been paid according to civil law standards.
The court will automatically enter a plea of not guilty if the defendant refuses to plead or answer, ensuring the case proceeds.
Yes, if the court determines that the witness's testimony is at risk of being lost and the witness refuses to recognize, they can be committed to jail until they comply.