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How long can someone be in jail on probation violation before seeing a judge?
Asked on Dec 18th, 2011 on Criminal Law - Texas
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How long can you be held in jail on probation violation before you see the judge? He was on probation for possession of marijuana, then he failed a drug test.
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Under the law, they should be taken before a magistrate within 48 although that is violated frequently - especially in smaller counties.
Answered on Jan 11th, 2012 at 10:20 AM
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It would take 72 hours.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2012 at 8:20 AM