QUESTION
Can police find evidence on a warrant and not charge you or arrest you on the scene?
Asked on Mar 16th, 2017 on Criminal Law - Washington
More details to this question:
My house was searched and evidence was found that should have led to an arrest. However, no arrests were made or charges filed. Can they sit on this evidence and use it to arrest them at a later date? Is there a time limit to how long they can sit on it before using it to make an arrest?
1 ANSWER
Thomas Edward Gates
They are discussing the matter internally and with prosecutor on whether to proceed with charges. You actually could get a letter to appear at your arrangement, rather than being arrested.
Answered on Jun 10th, 2017 at 6:01 AM