Rule 5.07 - Plea and Post-Plea Procedure in Gross Misdemeanor CasesSubd. 1.Entry of Guilty Plea in Gross Misdemeanor Cases. The defendant may plead guilty to a gross misdemeanor charge in accordance with Rule 15.02 if the defendant has counsel, or has had the opportunity to consult with counsel before pleading guilty. If the defendant does not plead guilty, entry of a plea must await the Rule 8 or Omnibus Hearing. A corporation must appear by counsel or by an authorized officer.Subd. 2.Guilty Plea; Offenses From Other Jurisdictions. The procedure in Rule 5.06, subd. 2 applies to gross misdemeanor cases.