When a defendant is arrested on a capias, the officer must bring the person before the court immediately or on a certain day stated in the capias.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if the defendant is charged with a misdemeanor
• D. It may be postponed for 72 hours

Answer: (A)

A capias is an arrest warrant issued to compel a defendant to appear before the court. When someone is arrested on a capias, the officer must bring the person before the court promptly—either immediately or on the specific day stated in the capias. This ensures the defendant’s appearance is secured so the court can address the pending charges, review bail, and proceed with the appropriate judicial steps. The rule applies regardless of whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony, and it is not simply a fixed 72-hour postponement. Therefore, the statement is correct.