What happens when your arrested for affray?

Answer 1

The first thing someone who has been arrested should do is to request an attorney. It's the police's responsibility to warn a suspect of their right to remain silent. If a person waives their right to an attorney, they will be responsible for everything they choose to share with the police during interrogation. This information could be used against them in court.

Answer 2

You will be transported to jail where you will be processed. Processing involves photographing (mug shots) and finger printing, as well as medical and psych evaluation. Eventually, your incarceration level will be determined, you will surrender your personal property, and you will be given jail scrubs or a jump suit. Within 72 hours you will be arraigned (brought before a judge and formally charged), your bail, bond, or release terms will be determined, and you will be returned to your cell or unit until you are able to arrange for your release. If unable to bail out, or if you are held over for trial, you will sit there for several weeks to several months.

Answer 3

Typically you would be given a sentencing date at which the judge would pronounce your sentence. In the event of a felony conviction, you would either be taken into custody then and incarcerated for at least the minimum length of your sentence, or you would be given a date to report for incarceration; you could also be ordered to pay victim's restitution and/or a fine and fees. In the event of a misdemeanor conviction, you would either be taken into custody and incarcerated in a jail, or you would be ordered to probation and possibly to pay a fine.