If I was told that I have a arrest warrant in another state, what do I do?
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If I was told that I have a arrest warrant in another state, what do I do?
How can I find out if I do or not and, if I do, what can I do? I now live in another state.
Asked on March 11, 2017 under Criminal Law, Iowa
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
First of all, if you want to find out if you have a warrant there are several things that you can do. Here is a link to an article that will explain: https://criminal-law.freeadvice.com/criminal-law/arrests_and_searches/outstanding_warrants.htm
If you do have an outstanding warrant, then you should consult directly with a criminal law attorney who practices in the area of where the warrant was issued; they can best advise you. One thing is for certain, if it is a valid warrant, you will need to travel back to appear in court in person.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
First of all, if you want to find out if you have a warrant there are several things that you can do. Here is a link to an article that will explain: https://criminal-law.freeadvice.com/criminal-law/arrests_and_searches/outstanding_warrants.htm
If you do have an outstanding warrant, then you should consult directly with a criminal law attorney who practices in the area of where the warrant was issued; they can best advise you. One thing is for certain, if it is a valid warrant, you will need to travel back to appear in court in person.
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