Which of the following is NOT a purpose of an arraignment?

• A. Advising the defendant of the charges
• B. Advising the defendant of their right to an attorney
• C. Ruling on the defendant's guilt
• D. Selecting the date for the trial

Answer: (C)

Arraignment is when the defendant is formally informed of the charges, told about their right to an attorney, and a trial date or next steps are set. Ruling on guilt is not done at this stage; guilt is determined later at trial after evidence is presented and a verdict is reached. Because of that, the statement about ruling on guilt doesn’t fit as an arraignment purpose, while informing charges, advising about counsel, and scheduling the trial do fit.