PART 25TRIAL AND SENTENCE IN THE CROWN COURT
Procedure on plea of guilty25.4
1
This rule applies if—
a
the defendant pleads guilty to an offence; and
b
the court is satisfied that the plea represents a clear acknowledgement of guilt.
2
The court need not receive evidence unless rule 25.16(4) applies (determination of facts for sentencing).
[Note. See also rule 3.32 (Arraigning the defendant on the indictment).]