Question for ANY lawyer:

[brainshrub]

In this case, what government branch is charged with arresting people if they this kind of indictment? Will Libby have to get his photo taken? If so, which police district?

I have a theory that will put a new wrinkle on Libby's situation, but I don't know where to find this information.

[brainshrub]

1. Kick. Oes anyone know?

[goodhue]

2. any arrest warrant would need to be authorized by court

The special prosecutor could seek arrest warrant from court if needed. I'm not sure that is likely scenario in this case.

[napi21]

3. Since Fitz is charged by the Justice Dept, and a Special Agent

is appearing with Fitz today, I would think it's the Justice Department.

No, I'm not an attorney, but there really couldn't be any other Dept.

[Lerkfish]

4. I don't know, but go ahead and spill your theory.

please.

[brainshrub]

5. I'm going to post it on my blog in about an hour.

I'm doing some research first, but I need to know which government department is arresting Scooter.

If my theory holds, the Daily Show is going to have a weeks worth of material.

:evilgrin:

[DefenseLawyer]

6. Most likely a summons

will be issued for him to appear at an arraignment, unlikely an arrest warrant would be issued. He would be "booked" by the United States Marshall Service for the DC district court, generally on the date of his initial court appearance. One can assume that he will be released on his own recognizance or will have has posted bail at that time.

[txaslftist]

7. Yup. My opinion, too. (another defenselawyer)