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TCA 40-6-202

Power of magistrates

FELONYFelony

What does this charge mean?

Magistrates have the legal authority within their county to issue arrest warrants for people accused of crimes, following the rules in this part of the law.

Penalty Details

ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
For the apprehension of persons charged with public offenses, magistrates are authorized within their jurisdiction, to issue warrants of arrest, under the rules and regulations prescribed in this part.
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FELONY
TCA Section40-6-202