Virginia law allows for the arrest of a person without a warrant if there is reasonable belief that they committed a crime punishable by more than one year in prison. After such an arrest, the individual must be brought before a judicial officer promptly, with proper complaint and grounds for the arrest. The law also covers procedures for confinement and bail while awaiting further legal action.
Yes, a private person can arrest someone without a warrant if they have reasonable information that the person committed a crime punishable by imprisonment over one year.
The person must be taken before a judge or magistrate promptly, with a complaint under oath, and their answer will be heard as if they were arrested with a warrant.
They can be confined for up to 30 days while awaiting a warrant of requisition, unless they post bail or are legally discharged.
Yes, the person may be given the opportunity to post bail unless the circumstances prevent it, such as fleeing justice or other legal reasons.