What is a bench warrant?

A bench warrant is a type of court order issued by a judge in Virginia, usually when someone fails to appear in court or fails to comply with the terms of their court order. When a bench warrant is issued, the individual has to go to court to answer for their actions. A bench warrant gives law enforcement the authority to make an arrest, and a deputy can be sent out to arrest the person. The individual may be jailed until they appear in court or they can pay a bond to be released and avoid going to jail. If the individual is arrested, they will likely be brought to the court where the crime was committed or where the bench warrant was issued. It is important to obey the court orders and if someone is unsure about when they must appear, they can contact the court office for further clarification. Ignoring a court order can lead to a bench warrant being issued and the consequences of that are very serious, so it is important to follow any court orders given.

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