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Article 260
Des sentences, jugemens et arrêts
Titre II:
De la procédure criminelle
(On Criminal Procedure)
Chapitre X:
Des sentences, jugemens et arrêts
(On Sentences, Judgments, and Decrees)
L'interrogatoire achevé, l'accusé sera reconduit au ban du roi ou barrière neuve ; les juges iront aux opinions et jugeront sans désemparer.
Life lesson:
After the final interrogation, the accused returns to jail and the judges immediately deliberate and deliver their verdict — no recessing, no delays.
Notes:
Immediate deliberation: sans désemparer (without interruption/adjournment). Accused removed before deliberation. Continuous session until verdict. Prevents external influence during deliberation period.