Two defendants charged together may be joined in the same indictment if they are based on the same act, transaction, or scheme. Which choice best expresses this principle?

• A. They can be joined if they are based on the same act, transaction, or scheme.
• B. They can be joined if the offenses are dramatically distinct.
• C. They cannot be joined if the offenses are unrelated.
• D. They can be joined only if the offenses occurred in the same county.

Answer: (A)