Terms Used In Alabama Code 15-11-5

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

On the failure of the defendant to appear on the day to which an examination is adjourned, another warrant of arrest may be issued, upon which the same proceedings may be had against the defendant as on the original warrant.