Detention hearing without a jury must be held no later than which timeframe after custody?

• A. First working day
• B. Third working day
• C. Fourth working day
• D. Second working day

Answer: (D)

The main rule here is that after someone is taken into custody, a detention hearing without a jury must be held by the second working day. This ensures a prompt judicial review of whether the person should be detained pending further proceedings, balancing the need for timely oversight with the practical steps involved after arrest.

Working day means the days the court is normally open, excluding weekends and holidays. So, if custody occurs on a Monday, the detention hearing should happen by Wednesday. If custody occurs on Friday, the hearing would be by Tuesday. The idea is to prevent unnecessary delays while still giving the system time to arrange the hearing.

Remember, this hearing is not the trial; it’s a before-trial review focused on whether continued detention is justified.