I was picked up in Alameda Co. on a 484 and never arraigned.

San Leandro, CA Viewed 21 times. Posted 7 months ago in Criminal Defense

I was taken to the jail and held for 2 days w/o arraignment. Then I was sited out w/ a notice to appear 31 days later. Does this have any bearing on getting a dismissal?

Answers (1)

Joseph Briscoe Dane

This attorney is licensed in California. Posted 7 months ago.

Unfortunately, no. You have to be taken for arraignment within 2 court days after your arrest. If charges are not filed at that time, you are released. The DA has up to 1 year to file misdemeanor charges against you.

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