What Should You Do If You Have a Bench Warrant in New York?
While it may not be the type of warrant you see talked about on your favorite police show, a bench warrant has the potential to cause you significant problems and can be taken as a clear sign that you have erred somewhere along the way. If you have a bench warrant out for your arrest, it is important to discuss your options with a skilled criminal defense lawyer.
At Grunwald & Seman, P.C., our Nassau County lawyers are committed to ensuring that our clients completely understand their various legal options. We get to know our clients as people and are always available to answer questions. As former prosecutors with more than 50 years of combined trial experience, we have much to offer your legal defense.
Can we get the judge to quash your bench warrant? Can you make arrangements to turn yourself in? We are committed to helping you find the answers to these questions and making sure your best interest are protected. Call 800-399-7098 for a free initial consultation with an attorney. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
How Do Bench Warrants Work?
If you were released after your arrest and given a date on which to report in the future, you will be issued a bench warrant by the judge for failure to appear in court on that date. From there, the warrant makes its way to the clerk's office and then to the bench warrant squad who will seek to arrest you.
In other cases, a letter will be issued requesting to find out why you failed to show up. It is important to take these matters seriously, as they could potentially impact the result of your case. We are experienced at vacating bench warrants and will seek to clear up your situation with the judge.
To learn more, contact us today for a free initial consultation with an attorney.
