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Arrest and Detention

Arrest requires a warrant (exceptions: flagrante delicto, emergency). Detention: up to 10+10 days after arrest. Maximum 23 days total pre-charge custody.

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刑訴法199条・208条

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Q. What does Arrest and Detention mean?

Arrest requires a warrant (exceptions: flagrante delicto, emergency). Detention: up to 10+10 days after arrest. Maximum 23 days total pre-charge custody.

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