Delaware Arraignment by Prior Pleading and Entry of Appearance (New Castle County) is a legal procedure which allows a criminal defendant to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty to criminal charges without appearing before a judge. This procedure is available in New Castle County, Delaware, and is typically used for misdemeanor or traffic offenses. It is an alternative to appearing in court and entering a plea in person. The process involves filing a written plea of guilty or not guilty, which is then accompanied by a signed entry of appearance. The defendant must also pay all applicable fines, court costs, and other fees before the arraignment is complete. Once the paperwork is filed and payment is received, the court will enter a judgment and the case will be concluded. There are two types of Delaware Arraignment by Prior Pleading and Entry of Appearance (New Castle County): one for criminal cases and one for traffic cases.