{"id":15314,"date":"2019-02-04T07:53:53","date_gmt":"2019-02-04T14:53:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/?page_id=15314"},"modified":"2023-02-16T14:18:54","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T21:18:54","slug":"clear-warrant-arizona-no-jail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/blog\/clear-warrant-arizona-no-jail\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Quash a Warrant in Arizona Without Going To Jail"},"content":{"rendered":"
Having an outstanding warrant for your arrest can be a harrowing experience. Until the warrant is cleared up, you have to go through each day with the threat of an arrest hanging over your head, knowing that you could be placed in handcuffs the moment you cross paths with a police officer.<\/p>\n
Law enforcement officers may visit your home, your workplace, and even your family members\u2019 homes. Family members who are pulled over for a traffic stop will also be questioned about your whereabouts. In short, life can be immensely stressful for everyone involved until the matter is resolved.<\/p>\n
There are two types of arrest\u00a0warrants in Arizona<\/a> that can lead to an arrest and jail time:<\/p>\n Of the two types of warrants, criminal arrest warrants are far more serious than bench warrants. In many cases, you can clear up a bench warrant by paying a fine or appearing in court. With a criminal warrant, your arrest is inevitable, though a criminal law attorney<\/a> can negotiate for your swift release on bail.<\/p>\n If you discover that you have a bench warrant, the good news is that it should be relatively easy to clear up without going to jail. Depending on the situation, you may even be able to resolve the matter without personally appearing in court.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When you\u2019re ready to resolve your bench warrant, here\u2019s what you should do:<\/p>\n Keep in mind that no matter how or why you were issued a bench warrant, it\u2019s always better to voluntarily appear in court than to wait to be arrested. Judges are far more lenient with people who turn themselves in, and your attorney will have a much easier time keeping you out of jail if you do. If you wait until you are arrested, the penalties will likely be much more severe.<\/p>\n With few exceptions, the only way to clear up a criminal arrest warrant is to turn yourself in to the police and comply with law enforcement. That said, you should still speak with an attorney before you turn yourself in. Even if the attorney can\u2019t help you avoid being arrested, they can ensure that you receive fair bail terms (maybe even a release without bail) and expedite the process to get you out of jail as soon as possible.<\/p>\n In the state of Arizona, a defendant who knowingly fails to appear for a court case may be charged with Failure to Appear in the First or Second Degree depending on the circumstances.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you have a warrant out for your arrest, contact the defense team at JacksonWhite. Our experienced attorneys have helped hundreds of clients successfully deal with warrants and other charges, and we\u2019re here to help you next.<\/p>\n Our team, led by attorney Jeremy Geigle, can explore your legal options and offer the counsel you need to get the fresh start you deserve.<\/p>\n\n
How To Clear Up a Bench Warrant in Arizona<\/h2>\n
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How To Clear Up a Criminal Warrant in Arizona<\/h2>\n
Penalties for Failure to Appear in Court<\/h2>\n
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Need Help Clearing Up a Warrant in Arizona?<\/h2>\n