North Carolina § 15A-737 - Extension of time of commitment; adjournment.
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§ 15A-737. Extension of time of commitment; adjournment.
If the accused is not arrested under warrant of the Governor by the expiration of the time specified in the warrant or bond, a judge or magistrate may discharge him or may recommit him for a further period not to exceed 60 days, or a judge or magistrate may again take bail for his appearance and surrender, as provided in G.S. 15A-736 , but within a period not to exceed 60 days after the date of such new bond. History (1937, c. 273, s. 17; 1973, c. 1286, s. 16.)
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does North Carolina General Statutes § 15A-737 cover?
Section 15A-737 ("Extension of time of commitment; adjournment.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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