If a capias or warrant is executed in a different county than where it was issued, where must the person be taken?

When a capias or warrant is executed in a different county from where it was issued, the individual must be taken to the county jail for the county of arrest. This is primarily for logistical and legal reasons. When law enforcement executes a warrant, they have the authority and responsibility to detain the person in the jurisdiction where the arrest occurs, which is viewed as the location of their immediate legal custody.

Once in custody, the legal processes regarding the warrant or capias, such as arraignment or transport to a court in the issuing county, will be determined from that point forward. This approach helps ensure that the person is processed according to the laws of the county where they are currently located, which facilitates the appropriate legal proceedings and guarantees the individual's rights during the arrest and subsequent handling. Thus, the correct procedure is to take them to the county jail associated with the county of arrest.