Rule 3 – The Complaint

(a) Nature and Contents. The complaint shall be a plain, concise, and definite written statement of the essential facts constituting the crime charged. The complaint is not required to negate any facts designated a “defense” or any exception, exclusion, or...

Rule 2 – Purpose and Construction

These Rules are intended to provide for the just determination of every proceeding governed by them. They shall be construed to secure simplicity in procedure, fairness in administration, and the elimination of unjustifiable expense and delay.Me. R. Uni. Crim. P....