(A) When, after arrest, the accused appears pursuant to terms of summons or notice, the affidavit or complaint being first filed, the Mayor shall, before proceeding further:
(1) Inform the accused of the nature of the charge against him or her and the identity of the complainant and permit the accused or his or her counsel to see and read the affidavit or complaint or a copy thereof;
(2) Inform the accused of his or her right to have counsel, and the right to a continuance in the proceeding to secure counsel; and
(3) Inform the accused of effects of pleas of guilty, not guilty and no contest, of his or her right to trial by jury, and the necessity of making written demand therefor.
(B) Such information may be given to each accused individually or, if at any time there exists any substantial number of defendants to be arraigned at the same session, the Mayor may, by general announcement or by distribution of printed matter, advise all those accused concerning their rights, general in their nature and informing as to individual natures in arraignment.
(Ord. 3-1971, passed 1-18-1971)