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After law enforcement arrests someone, they must take that person before a judicial official “without unnecessary delay” pursuant to G.S. 15A-501(2). This is for the judicial official—often a magistrate—to conduct an initial appearance. During an initial appearance, magistrates review the validity of the arrest, issue charging documents, inform the arrested person of their rights, and … Read more

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