Plea In Absentia (Criminal) {MCR-102}

PLEA IN ABSENTIA (Vehicle Code Sections 23153, 23152, 23103.5). This form from the Superior Court of California, County of Mendocino is used in criminal cases involving certain Vehicle Code violations—specifically sections 23153 (DUI causing injury), 23152 (DUI), and 23103.5 (alcohol-related reckless driving). This form allows a defendant to enter a plea—such as guilty or no contest—without being physically present in court. Instead, the defendant authorizes their attorney to appear on their behalf, enter the plea, admit any prior convictions or refusal allegations, waive time for sentencing, and accept sentencing conditions. By signing this form, the defendant waives several rights, including the right to be present during the plea and sentencing, the right to delay sentencing, and the right to personally address the court in mitigation. The attorney certifies that they have fully explained the waiver and plea to the defendant, and that the plea is being made voluntarily and knowingly. The court reviews the document and, if satisfied that the plea and waivers are valid, formally accepts the plea and enters it into the record. www.FormsWorkflow.com