When the accused confesses to the crime, the Magistrate must document the confession as closely as possible in the accused's own words. What action can the Magistrate take next?

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The Magistrate may proceed to convict the accused based on the confessionThe Magistrate is not permitted to convict the accusedThe Magistrate may choose to release the accusedNone of the above

Explanation

If the accused admits guilt and the Magistrate records the confession accurately in the accused’s own words, the Magistrate is authorized to convict the accused based on this admission.