In general, Washtenaw County prosecutors and law enforcement may detain recently fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore for anywhere from 48 to 72 hours without bringing formal criminal charges.

Although law enforcement told media they anticipate Moore will have a court hearing Friday, Dec. 12, 72 hours is typically the longest one is held in criminal cases without charges, said John Freeman, a Bloomfield Hills criminal defense lawyer.

"Due process requires that an individual who is taken into custody be promptly brought without unnecessary delay before a judge. That generally is interpreted as being anywhere from 48-72 hours, depending on the circumstances" Freeman said in a phone interview. LIVE UPDATES: Is Sherrone Moore still in jail? Latest on fired Michigan coach

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