Applicability, hearsay admissible, §§17-4-40, 17-7-28. Silence of accused. Effect of failure of accused to testify, §17-7-28. Time granted parties to prepare case and to secure counsel, §17-7-24. Witnesses. Bonds to secure appearance, §§17-7-26, 17-7-27. Power of court to compel attendance, §17-7-25. Commitment of accused for offense other than stated in warrant, §17-7-29. Competency at time of crime.