Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley Bench/Arrest Warrants Attorney
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Bench Warrant
When a person fails to appear in court, a bench warrant may be issued in their name. A bench warrant is a court order that is issued for a defendant’s arrest after he/she fails to appear in court for a proceeding or arraignment. A bench warrant may be issued by the state of California or by the federal government. Once a bench warrant is issued for a person, law enforcement can execute the court order. If the person is found by law enforcement, he/she can be placed under immediate arrest. A bench warrant can be issued if:
- a person fails to appear in court for an arraignment
- a person fails to appear in court after being issued a citation
- a person fails to appear in court for criminal sentencing
- a person fails to pay a fine
Arrest Warrant
If law enforcement believes or has suspicion that a person committed a criminal activity, an arrest warrant may be issued. An arrest warrant is an order issued by the state, and signed by a judge, that authorizes the immediate arrest of a person under suspicion of committing a crime. An arrest warrant by be issued by the state of California or the federal government. Once an arrest warrant has been issued, law enforcement will execute the order. If the person is found by law enforcement, they will be placed under immediate arrest and remain in jail until bail is posted for him/her. An arrest warrant:
- can be issued if law enforcement has suspicion that a person committed a crime
- can be issued by law enforcement request
- can be issued for more than one person
- can lead to the person being arrested at home or while at work
If you have a bench warrant or an arrest warrant has been issued in your name, it is in your best interest to speak with Gregory Caplan, a qualified Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley criminal defense attorney. The legal penalties for the issuance of a bench warrant or an arrest warrant are far too severe to forgo legal assistance. An attorney can assist you throughout the warrant process and safeguard your individual rights.
Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley Criminal Defense Attorney
The Law Offices of Gregory Caplan are proud to provide dependable legal counsel for clients throughout Los Angeles & the San Fernando Valley. As an attorney with years of practice experience, Gregory Caplan has helped clients contest their serious failure to appear and warrant cases. Attorney Caplan understands the life altering effects a warrant can have on his clients, which is why he strives to provide them with effective direction and guidance when resolving their cases in court. With offices in Burbank, Santa Clarita, Los Angeles, and the San Fernando Valley, Gregory Caplan is accessible to handle your case.
If you have a bench warrant or an arrest warrant has been issued in your name in Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley, call The Law Offices of Gregory Caplan to discuss your legal options today at (213) 400-5355.
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