enter a plea

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Similarly, the earl of Peterborough's son refused both to remove his hat and to enter a plea when tried for treason in 1658.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

He did not enter a plea during the hearing, according to the Associated Press.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Masemola, who was also not asked to enter a plea, is the only one who has not been charged with corruption.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

He was not asked to enter a plea but was told there would be a pre-trial preparation hearing on 24 April at Newcastle Crown Court.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Bunderson responded: “We enter a plea of not guilty and request a preliminary hearing.”

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel