I do not have warrants ,but I am wondering if they wanted me to aid prosecution for info I do have can a warrant be put out for my arrest?Even if I have moved 1800 miles away?
2006-09-11 17:58:05 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
they can arest for attempt of court even if you move 1800 miles away i know i work for the sheriff please if you have one email me on (heinodt@yahoo.com) maby i can help
2006-09-11 18:06:56 · answer #1 · answered by Heino D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The courts can have you arrested and transported if they need the information for a prosecution. You would be much better off to answer the letter and take care of this, or you can be held in contempt of court. Good luck.
2006-09-11 18:01:23 · answer #2 · answered by Sue F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are a material witness and you do not show up, a body warrant will be issued and if the police pull you over - you will be arrested, detained and extradited to the place that issued the body warrant. After you testify, you are free to go unless the judge sanctioned you with contempt of court.
No criminal record will be generated but you may be inconvenienced for a while.
2006-09-11 18:01:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
You need to deal with it. And yes, they can issue a bench warrant for ignoring them.
Oh, one other thing- if you signed for the certified mail, they get a card back so they know you received it. If you didn't sign and are ignoring it, the post office will send it back saying that your address is valid, you were just ignoring the letter.
2006-09-11 18:00:49 · answer #4 · answered by matty.. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can arrest you. But since you 1800 miles away maybe you can give a deposition instead and if they need you to testify then you will have to go.....
2006-09-11 18:06:48 · answer #5 · answered by mysticideas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can hold you in contempt. It doesn't matter how far away you live. They obviously know how to contact you and you need to act quick. Sometimes all they need is a affidavit. They will decide if your testimony is useful. Contact the circuit clerks office where the letter was sent and see what he or she says.
Good Luck
2006-09-11 18:11:36 · answer #6 · answered by Kristy C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contempt of court is the offense for not obeying lawful orders it issued under the Rules of Court.
2006-09-11 18:01:45 · answer #7 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just call the witness management number on there and tell them you've moved. They'll probably tell you to contact the state attorney who's handling the case. If they want you to testify that bad, they will make arrangements whether it's you going there or going to your local courthouse and testifying there. Just don't blow it off.
2006-09-11 18:05:59 · answer #8 · answered by tikitiki 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You definitely have to address it as it is certified plus ignorance is no excuse in the eyes of the law
2006-09-11 17:59:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you signed for it your responsible for it, they can issue a contempt of court and your a*ss is grass! Address it and quickley!
2006-09-11 18:03:52 · answer #10 · answered by Michael 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋