Maine § 215. - Commitment to await requisition
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 215. — Commitment to await requisition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 215.. Commitment to await requisition
If, from the examination by the judge or magistrate of the complaint, affidavits in support thereof, formal charging documents or judgments supplied by the demanding state or any other evidence, including reliable hearsay evidence that may be presented, it appears that the person held is the person charged with having committed the crime alleged and that there is probable cause to believe that the person committed the crime, and that the person is a fugitive from justice, the judge or magistrate shall continue the case and may commit the person to jail, by a warrant specifying the accusation, for any time not exceeding 60 days that enables the arrest of the accused to be made under a warrant of the Governor on a requisition of the executive authority of the state having jurisdiction of the offense. [RR 2023, c. 2, Pt. D, §21 (COR).]
The following shall be conclusive on the issue of probable cause: [PL 1977, c. 671, §13 (NEW).]
1. Indictment or information. An indictment or an information issued upon a waiver of indictment; or
2. Charging instrument or warrant. An information or other formal charging instrument or an arrest warrant when they are issued upon a determination of probable cause by a judicial officer in the demanding state.
The examination shall take place within a reasonable time after arrest, not to exceed 30 days, if the person held has not been admitted to bail, as provided in section 216. [PL 1977, c. 671, §13 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 215.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 215. cover?
Section 215. ("Commitment to await requisition") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 215.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 215." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 215. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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