Georgia Code, Title 17, Chapter 4, Article 4 - Arrest by Private Persons

• § 17-4-60 - Grounds for Arrest
  A private person may arrest an offender if the offense is committed in his presence or within his immediate knowledge. If the offense is...
• § 17-4-61 - Taking of Persons Arrested Before Judicial Officer or to Peace Officer; Duty and Liability of Peace Officer Taking Custody
  (a) A private person who makes an arrest pursuant to Code Section 17-4-60 shall, without any unnecessary delay, take the person arrested before a...
• § 17-4-62 - Taking of Persons Arrested Before Judicial Officer Within 48 Hours of Arrest
  In every case of an arrest without a warrant, the person arresting shall, without delay, convey the offender before the most convenient judicial officer...

Last modified: October 14, 2016