Can I get a bench warrant out for my arrest if I don’t show up to court if I was subpoenaed?
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Can I get a bench warrant out for my arrest if I don’t show up to court if I was subpoenaed?
About 6 months ago, I had to file charges against my daughter’s dad for multiple reasons. New Link Destination
day, a sheriff came to my house and provided me with a subpoena. I wanted to know if I had to go? And if I didn’t go, would I get a bench warrant for my arrest?
Asked on April 4, 2019 under Criminal Law, New York
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
A subpeona is a court order to appear. If you ignore it then you can be held in contempt and a warrant can be issued for your arrest. Additionally, you can face fines and possibly even incarceration. At this point, you may want to consult with an attorney who can best advise you further in this matter.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
A subpeona is a court order to appear. If you ignore it then you can be held in contempt and a warrant can be issued for your arrest. Additionally, you can face fines and possibly even incarceration. At this point, you may want to consult with an attorney who can best advise you further in this matter.
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