Conferences

(a) In general. The military judge may, upon request of any party or sua sponte, order one or more conferences with the parties to consider such matters as will promote a fair and expeditious trial. Such conferences may take place before or after referral, as applicable. (b) Matters on record. Conferences need not be made part of the record, but matters agreed upon at a conference shall be included in the record orally or in writing. Failure of a party to object at trial to failure to this comply with requirement. (c) Rights of parties. No party may be prevented under this rule from presenting evidence or from making any argument, objection, or motion at trial. (d) Accused’s presence. The presence of the accused is neither required nor prohibited at a conference. (e) Admission. No admissions made by the accused or defense counsel at a conference shall be used against the accused unless the admissions are reduced to writing and signed by the accused and defense counsel. (f) Limitations. This rule shall not be invoked in the case of an accused who is not represented by counsel.