TCA 40-7-102
Offense in presence of magistrate
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What does this charge mean?
If a crime is committed in the presence of a magistrate (judge), the magistrate can order the immediate arrest of the offender without a warrant.
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When a public offense is committed in the presence of a magistrate, the magistrate may, by verbal or written order, command any person to arrest the offender, and then proceed as if the offender had been brought before the magistrate on a warrant of arrest.
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TCA Section40-7-102