How many hours after an arrest must the person be taken before a magistrate?

A person who has been arrested must be taken before a magistrate without unnecessary delay, but no later than 48 hours after the arrest. This provision ensures that the arrested individual has the opportunity to be informed of the charges against them and to be considered for bail, thus protecting the individual's rights while maintaining judicial efficiency. The timeframe of 48 hours is specified in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, which serves to uphold the legal principle that individuals should not be held indefinitely without a judicial review.