Discovering if a Warrant for Your Arrest exists: The Ultimate Guide

Are you under the suspicion of being arrested? If that is the case, the authorities can apprehend you wherever and whenever within the provincial jurisdiction where the warrant was issued. In severe criminal cases, a nationwide warrant may be released, therefore giving police the power to arrest you at your home, workplace, or even at school, causing an embarrassing and avoidable situation. If you are worried about this possibility, a criminal defense attorney in Calgary can help you.

Batting, Wyman has a dedicated and experienced team of criminal lawyers in Calgary that can guide you through this difficult time. Keep reading to find out more.

What are the Causes of an Arrest Warrant?

There may be various reasons as to why an arrest warrant may be released, some of which include:

• - The authorities have laid charges, but they cannot find you.
• - You did not show up for your court date.
• - After being charged, you failed to appear for identification processing.
• - You are not adhering to your conditional release on another criminal offense.
• - You failed to show up to court as a witness after being summonsed.

• How to Identify an Arrest Warrant

An arrest warrant is a serious matter, and it is crucial to determine if there is one issued for you. By doing so, you can take the necessary steps to remove the warrant. An arrest warrant can be a burden on one's life for a long time if one does not address it promptly.

When to Inquire with the Police

One way to find out if there is an arrest warrant is to contact the police directly and ask them. However, they will not disclose such information over the phone. You can obtain this information in-person by visiting the police station with valid government-issued photo ID.

If an arrest warrant has been issued, you will be apprehended on the spot. Depending on the seriousness of the charge, the authorities may release you on a Promise to Appear, or they may schedule a bail hearing. It is recommended that you leave your cellphone at home during the visit, as it may be seized and searched for any incriminating evidence.

When to Talk to a Court Clerk

Another way to determine if there is an arrest warrant is to visit your community courthouse and speak to the court clerk. The same as with the police, this information can only be provided in-person by presenting a government-issued photo ID. If a warrant has been released, you will be apprehended then and there.

When to Hire an Attorney

The safest manner to determine whether there is an arrest warrant is to hire a defense lawyer in Calgary. The attorney can connect with the Crown Prosecutor's office on your behalf to obtain this information. If an arrest warrant has been issued, your attorney can arrange for you to turn yourself in at a designated time and place and negotiate a plan to resolve the issue. With legal representation, you can create a bail plan before removing the warrant.

What to Do After a Warrant is Executed

There are two ways to execute an arrest warrant, and the traditional one is through an arrest. Suppose you choose to turn yourself in, avoid doing so on a Friday or late in the evening/night time to prevent spending the weekend or night behind bars.