1.04 Purpose and construction

Here's a plain English summary of this rule:

Kentucky's criminal court rules exist to make sure every criminal case gets a fair and honest outcome. The courts should read and apply these rules in a way that keeps things simple, treats people fairly, and avoids wasting time or money.

In practice, this means judges and lawyers should not use technicalities to create confusion or unfair advantages. The goal is a system that works efficiently while still protecting everyone's right to a fair process. If a rule could be read in different ways, courts should choose the reading that keeps the case moving fairly and avoids unnecessary costs or delays for everyone involved.