Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
How long can an inmate be in custody without propable charges.
Asked on 4/20/12, 7:59 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Theresa Hofmeister
Theresa Hofmeister, Attorney At Law
generally charges need to be brought within 48 hours but inmates can be held longer for other reasons, such as having an immigration hold.
Answered on 4/20/12, 11:07 pm
Zadik Shapiro
Law Offices of C. Zadik Shapiro
Also if the person is on probation or parole the hold may be longer.
Answered on 4/21/12, 1:17 pm
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
48 hours, but it can be longer as the others point out, including an outstanding warrant on an earlier charge.
Answered on 4/21/12, 2:50 pm
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