[pierrem15]

That would just get you an arraignment/bond hearing, not a hearing to determine whether there was a case of mistaken identity.

The guy is lucky it was only ten days. Usually they'll let you rot in jail for at least two weeks before another hearing to give you a chance to get a lawyer and have him review the case, assuming you can't make bond.

The system is designed to force you to cop a plea, even if you are innocent, simply because it's easier for the "justice" system that way.

[fwdude]

At the arraignment, the magistrate obtains the probable cause from the arresting officer and has to give the arrested subject the opportunity to offer evidence to the contrary. At least, this is the way it is in Texas.

If this does turn out to be a case of gross judicial abuse/misconduct/incompetence, I hope the guy makes a million from a lawsuit. But I'm not taking the screed of a cop-hating website as firm, unbiased fact.