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TCA 40-6-211

Accuseds outside county – Persons to whom warrant issued – Accused brought before magistrate

FELONYFelony

What does this charge mean?

If a person accused of a crime has fled or lives in a different county than where the crime occurred, a magistrate can issue an arrest warrant directed to any lawful officer in any county in the state, and the accused can be brought before the magistrate who issued the warrant or any other magistrate.

Penalty Details

ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
When the person accused has fled, or resides out of the county where the offense was committed, the warrant may issue to any lawful officer of any county in the state, and the accused may be brought before the magistrate issuing the warrant, or any other magistrate.
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TCA Section40-6-211