SB821 mandates prompt judicial review of probable cause for warrantless arrests in California.

SB821 requires courts to promptly review the basis for warrantless arrests to determine if probable cause exists. The bill mandates that this review occur within 48 hours of the arrest. If the court does not make a probable cause determination within this timeframe, the prosecution must demonstrate an emergency or extraordinary circumstance. The bill also codifies that initial probable cause determinations are not binding in future proceedings.

SB821 mandates prompt judicial review of probable cause for warrantless arrests in California.

SB821 requires courts to promptly review the basis for warrantless arrests to determine if probable cause exists. The bill mandates that this review occur within 48 hours of the arrest. If the court does not make a probable cause determination within this timeframe, the prosecution must demonstrate an emergency or extraordinary circumstance. The bill also codifies that initial probable cause determinations are not binding in future proceedings.