Georgia § 17-13-37 Procedure where accused not arrested within time specified in warrant

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§ 17-13-37 — Procedure where accused not arrested within time specified in warrant

Georgia § 17-13-37

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O.C.G.A. § 17-13-37 (2026).

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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 for in Code Section 17-13-36 , but within a period not to exceed 60 days after the date of such new bond.

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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 for in Code Section 17-13-36 , but within a period not to exceed 60 days after the date of such new bond.