A warrant issued by a judge must command that the person be brought before the court.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not required
• D. Only for minor offenses

Answer: (A)

Warrants are court commands that authorize law enforcement to arrest a named person and bring them before the court. The essential purpose is to ensure the accused appears before a judge to hear the charges, be informed of rights, and begin the judicial process. This requirement helps protect due process by preventing indefinite detention and ensuring timely accountability before a judge, rather than leaving someone in custody without an immediate court appearance. The command to bring the person before the court applies to all offenses, not just minor ones, so stating it’s limited to minor offenses wouldn’t fit how warrants function.