Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

in texas how long do they have to arrainge you when arrested


Asked on 3/03/11, 5:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Cynthia Henley Cynthia Henley, Lawyer

They give you your Miranda rights usually within 48 hours or at your first court appearance if you bonded out quickly and come to court without a lawyer.

If you are talking about a felony arraignment, it occurs once the case has been indicted. Cases are supposed to be indicted within 90 days or the person is entitled to a PR bond or a bond s/he can make. If the person is on bond, it is not a big issue on the timing.

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Answered on 3/20/11, 5:46 pm


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