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Article 277 of the French Code of Criminal Procedure

The proceedings may not commence less than five days after the examination by the president of the assize court. The accused and his lawyer may waive this time limit.

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Article 277

Les débats ne peuvent s’ouvrir moins de cinq jours après l’interrogatoire par le président de la cour d’assises. L’accusé et son avocat peuvent renoncer à ce délai.

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