Rex v Sandford: 1647

A magistrate may arrest somebody committing an affray in his presence. He may be held pending a warrant which must be in writing and sent to the gaoler.

Citations:

(1647) 1 Hale PC 587, (1647) 2 Hale PC 122

Jurisdiction:

England and Wales

Torts – Other, Magistrates

Updated: 07 December 2022; Ref: scu.259605