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.