Case Disposal Process
In-Game Maximum Jail Time: 1250 Seconds The actual calculated time may be higher. If a sentence is calculated to be equal to or greater than 2000 seconds, then the character is considered incarcerated for life (the character cannot be used - permanently). This should be indicated in the arrest with a note stating, "Life Sentence."
Issuing Charges
Infractions
Suspect is detained.
Suspect is issued citation.
Suspect is released.
Misdemeanor Cite & Release
Suspect is detained.
Suspect is mirandized.
Suspect is issued a misdemeanor criminal citation which qualifies as a cite & release arrest. These are filed as arrests.
Suspect is released without being transported to jail and booked.
Misdemeanor / Felony Arrests
Suspect is detained.
Suspect is mirandized and placed under arrest // suspect is transported to jail (order of events varies).
Depending on the plea of the suspect, see below.
Pleading & Disposal
If the suspect pleads guilty:
Plea Immediate Guilt / No Contest: Full sentencing shall begin immediately without delay.
Plea Deal Negotiation: A suspect may negotiate a guilty plea with law enforcement/prosecution in exchange for a lesser sentence, lower/lessened charges, and/or to avoid a trial.
If the suspect pleads not guilty:
The suspect will be sent to serve their sentence. The suspect shall submit a request for a trial.
After the suspect is released from their sentence and before their upcoming trial: The suspect is free.
Alternatively, in rare circumstances, an enforcement agency may choose to file a criminal complaint without incarcerating the suspect.
If the suspect is found guilty in court but has already served an equal amount of time, or greater, to that which they are sentenced to, then they will be released because of their "time served."
If the suspect is found guilty in court and has only served less time than the amount they are being sentenced to, then they will be remanded to custody for the remainder of their sentence.
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