What should I do if there are two warrants out for my arrest in a different state?
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What should I do if there are two warrants out for my arrest in a different state?
I have a warrant for my arrest in Florida ( Seminole County) for Child Support $1000.00 and a warrant for my arrest in Georgia for failure to appear on a traffic ticket which has no bond. I just started a new job and turning myself in to either will cause me to lose my job. I left FL and missed my court date because I went back home, I was unemployed. I went to GA and got a ticket there but before I could go to court, I was homeless and ask family to take me back in. I’m now back in FL and I just landed a good job but the law is looking for me. What should my next steps be?
Asked on June 1, 2009 under Criminal Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
You should hire an attorney as soon as possible. You can look here at attorneypages.com to start. An attorney familiar with the system will be able to guide you through the process in Florida and then help with the Georgia case initially, although you will probably need local Georgia counsel as well. The warrants will catch up with you, especially if your employer does a background check. It is better for you to take the first step rather than explain later why you were in jail and unable to report for work. Good luck.
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