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    So you had a bad day, forgot about your court date, and just found out that the judge issued a bench warrant for your arrest. What is that and what are you supposed to do now? This article covers the essentials of bench warrants.

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    So you had a bad day, forgot about your court date, and just found out that the judge issued a bench warrant for your arrest. What is that and what are you supposed to do now? This article covers the essentials of bench warrants.

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    So you had a bad day, forgot about your court date, and just found out that the judge issued a
    bench warrant for your arrest. What is that and what are you supposed to do now? A bench
    warrant, like any other warrant, authorizes the police to arrest you when they find you. The
    primary difference is that a judge issues a bench warrant of their own accord. Sometimes the
    police will actively search for you by coming to your home or business, depending on the
    severity of the crime and the number of times you have failed to appear in court.
    If a bench warrant has been issued for your arrest, even for something as trivial as a speeding
    ticket, you need to act quickly, as having a bench warrant can lead to your arrest. Failing to
    appear in court is a serious violation that can cost you time and money, as well as potentially
    increase the severity of your charges and make a judge less lenient when determining your
    sentence, if youre found guilty or enter a plea.
    Your Freedom Is in Jeopardy
    When a judge issues a bench warrant, if the police find you, you will be arrested. If you are
    pulled over on a Friday evening, you may sit in jail until Monday due to the time involved in
    processing, booking, and posting bail. Even when the underlying crime is seemingly trivial, the
    court will view a failure to appear as a slap in the face to their authority, and they will want to
    make sure you know they are in control and have authority over you.
    Now Is the Time to Hire a Lawyer
    If you know the bench warrant has issued and you do not have a lawyer, get one ASAP. If the
    court date you missed was for a relatively minor crime, such as a traffic ticket or other infraction,
    an attorney can often clear the warrant on your behalf so that you dont have to worry about
    being arrested at home or at work.
    Even if you are being charged with a misdemeanor or felony, it is also advisable to get a lawyer
    as they still may be able to clear the matter up. However, avoiding time in custody is related to
    the severity of the underlying crime and the length of time since the warrant issued.

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