alleryAn accused must be produced before the nearest magistrate within how many hours of arrest?
A12 hours
B24 hours
C48 hours
D72 hours
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 24 hours
The Constitution requires that an arrested person be produced before the nearest magistrate within 24 hours
so a neutral authority can review the arrest.
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