French Code of Criminal ProcedureIn force
Section 3: Publicity and policing of the hearing
Article 402
The president may prohibit minors or certain minors from entering the courtroom.
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The president may prohibit minors or certain minors from entering the courtroom.
On the day specified for the appearance at the hearing, the accused in custody shall be taken there by the police.
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