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§ 3-8A-14.1. Taking child into custody -- Arrest warrant

MD Cts & Jud Pro Code § 3-8A-14.1 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    After an inquiry conducted in accordance with § 3–8A–10 of this subtitle, an intake officer may file with the court an application for an arrest warrant prepared by a law enforcement officer.

(b)    An application for an arrest warrant under this section shall be:

(1)    In writing;

(2)    Signed and sworn to by the law enforcement officer; and

(3)    Accompanied by an affidavit that sets forth the basis for there being probable cause to believe that:

(i)    The child who is the subject of the warrant has committed a delinquent act; and

(ii)    Unless the child who is the subject of the warrant is taken into custody, the child:

1.    Is likely to leave the jurisdiction of the court;

2.    May not be apprehended;

3.    May cause physical injury or property damage to another; or

4.    May tamper with, dispose of, or destroy evidence.

(c)    An arrest warrant requested under subsection (a) of this section may only be issued by the court on a finding of probable cause and shall direct the law enforcement officer to take immediate custody of the child.

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