2025 Session
Last amended: 1985 session
§ 629.41 — Judges to Issue Process for Arrest
Plain-Language Summary
Judges can issue arrest warrants or summonses based on a sworn complaint that a crime has been committed.
629.41 JUDGES TO ISSUE PROCESS FOR ARREST.
Judges, in vacation as well as in term time, may issue process to carry out law for the apprehension of persons charged with offenses.
History:
(10576) RL s 5235; 1983 c 359 s 135; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1
History: History: (10576) RL s 5235; 1983 c 359 s 135; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1
Practical Notes
This is the standard process for getting a warrant. The complaint must be made under oath and show probable cause that a crime occurred.