Arrest: Answering Your Legal Questions
In some arrests, you're charged with a crime, while in others you're not. This consumer pamphlet describes what happens if you're charged with a crime or a noncriminal offense.
The information covered:
- Are all arrests the same?
- What happens if you're charged with a noncriminal offense?
- What happens if you're charged with a crime?
- What are the steps in a criminal case?
- How does plea negotiation work?
Last updated: 9/2012