Rule 3.020. PURPOSE AND CONSTRUCTION

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RULE 3.020. PURPOSE AND CONSTRUCTION

These rules are intended to provide for the just determination

of every criminal proceeding. They shall be construed to secure

simplicity in procedure and fairness in administration.

Committee Notes

1968 Adoption. Substantially the same as Federal Rule 2.

1972 Amendment. Same as prior rule.

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