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Need information on....After arrest and booked...then bailed out...How many days do the courts have to be arranged on charges...Criminal Case California

If Arrest is made on Jan 1 bailed Jan 1.... sign out of Jail...

How long to courts have to be arranged in front of a Judge for a Felony Charge PC71

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Asked on 8/20/13, 8:12 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

If you remained in custody, you would have to be arraigned within 2 court days. Since you've bailed out, the time limit is regulated by the statute of limitations. That is how long the prosecutor has to file charges against you.

In general, it's 3 years on a felony. As long as they file charges within that three year window, the case can legally proceed.

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Answered on 8/20/13, 8:25 am
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

I agree with Mr. Dane. There is no rush right now because you are out on bail.

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Answered on 8/20/13, 4:33 pm


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