A bench warrant can turn a minor legal issue into serious jail time—especially if you ignore it. Whether you missed a court date, violated probation, or failed to pay a fine, a bench warrant authorizes law enforcement to arrest you on sight. But how long will you actually stay in jail after that arrest? TheRead More
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What Is a Bench Warrant in Maryland? What You Need to Know
If you’ve missed a court date or failed to comply with a court order in Maryland, you may find yourself facing a bench warrant. But what exactly does that mean—and what should you do next? What Is a Bench Warrant? A bench warrant is a type of arrest warrant issued by a judge when someoneRead More
