MagicKristian
Junior Member
Believe it or not, I'm actually a former deputy sheriff many years back, who was picked up a few months ago here in northern California on a minor traffic charge, primarily for harassment, I believe, since I have filed serious criminal charges against two deputies here. My question is this: Do police have any statutory obligation to return an arrested person to their original location after they've been cited and released? I was purposely not allowed to make any phone calls while in custody, then basically pushed out of the jail late at night in the middle of a snowstorm 50 miles from home, with less than $2 in my pocket, and no wallet. I nearly died walking back home, and was returned to the hospital nearly dead from hypothermia. I am aware of the provision about "not being released or left in a more dangerous situation," but would like to know of any and all specific provisons relating to this issue in CA or federal law. Many thanks ,
MK
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