Felony Indictment Timeline Louisiana

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In Louisiana, felony indictment timelines are 45 days for in-custody defendants and 60 days for those not in custody. These timelines apply across all parishes, including Rapides Parish. If not indicted within these periods, a Motion for Release on Recognizance or a Motion to Reduce Bail can be filed. Consult a defense attorney for proper guidance.

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in the state of Louisiana, if arrested on a felony charge while and indicted how many days do they have to indict you before you can be released
In Louisiana, the following timelines apply for felony charges:
- 45 days for a defendant in custody and not indicted.
- 60 days for a defendant not in custody and not indicted.
Remember, this is general information. Specific case details may alter these timelines.
is this in Rapids Parish, and every parish in Louisiana
Yes, Lindsey. These timelines apply across all parishes in Louisiana, including Rapides Parish. They are determined by the Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure, which is state-wide legislation.
in this is if they are incarcerated at the time, correct what is the name of the motion that they have to file in order to get out of jail if they have not been and died within so many days
The motion is generally referred to as a "Motion for Release on Recognizance" or a "Motion to Reduce Bail." It's advisable to consult with a defense attorney for proper guidance.