TCA 40-5-101
“Magistrate” defined
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
This statute defines a magistrate as any official with the legal power to issue arrest warrants for people accused of crimes. It's a definition statute establishing what role a magistrate plays in the justice system.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
A magistrate is an officer having power to issue a warrant for the arrest of a person charged with a public offense.
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TCA Section40-5-101