Extradition And Detention Laws

Summary

If you are detained under the Interstate Agreement on Detainers Act, the receiving state generally has 180 days to take custody. In your case, North Carolina had this timeframe to act. Without legal representation, you faced significant challenges, including being held without charges for an extended period. Its crucial to consult a legal professional to ensure your rights are protected and to navigate the complexities of extradition and detention laws.

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Yes, i was arrested on outstanding warrents out of north carolina when i was arrested by chesapeake police department in portsmouth virginia.
What were the charges on the outstanding warrants from North Carolina?
Grandlarney
What was the value of the property involved in the grand larceny charge? This can affect the severity of the penalties.
Over *
In North Carolina, grand larceny involving property over $*,* is a Class C felony. Penalties may include:

- Imprisonment
- Fines
- Restitution

For more details, contact North Carolina courts.
That was not my question. I signed over the right to be taking back to north carolina and i waited in the jail over 90 days. Went i when for bond hearing the chesapeake dt told the judge to hold me because im a suppect in a murder. And with no charge i was in the jail two mouths and three weeks without a charge.
Did you have legal representation during your bond hearing and subsequent detention in Virginia?
No.
It's crucial to have legal representation in such serious matters. You have the right to an attorney and if you can't afford one, a public defender should be appointed.
I dont have one a the time. Can i be held over the 90 day limit.
What is the *-day limit you're referring to? Is it related to a specific law or rule in Virginia?
For thw next state to come get you over the charges be drop.
Are you referring to the Interstate Agreement on Detainers Act, which generally requires a prisoner's transfer within 180 days?
Yes..
Under the Interstate Agreement on Detainers Act, the receiving state (North Carolina) generally has 180 days to take custody. If they don't, the charges may be dismissed.
Okay. So no one broke the law here.
Based on the information you provided, it seems no laws were broken regarding the Interstate Agreement on Detainers Act. However, it's important to consult with a legal professional for a thorough analysis.