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