If I buy drugs from an undercover cop, does he have to arrest me at the scene immediately or can I be arrested days or weeks after?

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If I buy drugs from an undercover cop, does he have to arrest me at the scene immediately or can I be arrested days or weeks after?

Asked on March 7, 2015 under Criminal Law, Pennsylvania

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S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

You could be arrested at the scene or you could be arrested later.  When you are arrested depends on the police undercover operation.  For example, if the police believe that you could lead them to others involved with drugs, they might want to arrest you later rather than immediately.


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