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Criminal Procedure Code
137E. Form of plea agreement
Edition: 2023-12-11 · In force
137E. Form of plea agreement
A plea agreement shall be in writing, and shall—(a)be reviewed and accepted by the accused person, or explained to the accused person in a language that he understands;(b)if the accused person has negotiated with the prosecutor through an interpreter, contain a certificate by the interpreter to the effect that the interpreter is proficient in that language and that he interpreted accurately during the negotiations and in respect of the contents of the agreement;(c)state fully the terms of the agreement, the substantial facts of the matter and all other relevant facts of the case and any admissions made by the accused person;(d)be signed by the prosecutor and the accused person or his legal representative;(e)be signed by the complainant if a compensation order contemplated in section 175(2)(b) has been included in the agreement.