Section 28 – Issuance of summons or warrant of arrest

May 13, 2021 | Crimianl Procedure, Louisiana

If the magistrate is satisfied that there is just cause to fear that the defendant is about to commit the threatened offense, he shall issue a summons ordering the defendant to appear before him at a specified time and date. The magistrate may issue a warrant of arrest when imminent and serious harm is threatened.

La. Cr.P. ยง 28