Pennsylvania § 5204 - Restraint of persons charged with offenses.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5204 — Restraint of persons charged with offenses., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5204. Restraint of persons charged with offenses.
(a) General rule.--Any person subject to this part charged with an offense under this part may be ordered into arrest or confinement. When any person subject to this part is placed in arrest or confinement prior to trial, immediate steps shall be taken to inform the person of the specific wrong of which the person is accused, and diligent steps shall be taken to try the person or to dismiss the charges and release the person.
(b) Admission to bail.--The accused, if apprehended or ordered into confinement prior to or during trial by a military court, may be admitted to bail by the officer exercising special court-martial jurisdiction over the accused, by a superior commanding officer or by the Adjutant General.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5204
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5204 cover?
Section 5204 ("Restraint of persons charged with offenses.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 5204?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5204" (Pennsylvania). 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 Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 5204 apply to my situation?
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