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Ariz. R. Crim. P. 17.5

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Rule 17.5 Withdrawal of a Plea

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The court may allow a defendant to withdraw a plea of guilty or no contest if it is necessary to correct a manifest injustice. Upon withdrawal of a plea, the charges against the defendant will be reinstated automatically as they existed before the plea agreement.

Amendment history: Added Aug. 31, 2017, effective Jan. 1, 2018.

Rule 17.5 Withdrawal of a Plea

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