What to do if you have an arrest warrant in another state?

There is really only one thing to do if you have a warrant in another state. Get an attorney and turn yourself in. The longer you wait, the worse the consequences will become. When an arrest warrant is issued for you, it stops the clock on any statute of limitations.

Can you find out if a search warrant has been issued?

Yes, you can. If you know what state and county that the warrant has been issued them you can either contact the police within that county and ask them directly, or you can contact the County court of clerks

What happens if you have an outstanding arrest warrant?

Having an outstanding arrest warrant, even for a minor parking violation, can have major negative impacts on your life. You may not be able to renew your driver’s license if it is a motor vehicle-related issue. Many states sign “reciprocity compacts” with other states.

How many states allow the DMV to check for warrants?

The DMV, or Department of Motor Vehicles, consists of fifty agencies adhering to the individual laws of the fifty states. As such, some states allow their DMV to check for arrest warrants while many others will not.

How does an out of state arrest warrant work?

Out of state arrest warrants are issued by a criminal law judge or magistrate in a different state than where the individual lives, or is arrested. Typically, a valid arrest warrant allows for an arrest to be made anywhere within the United States.

How can I find out if I have an arrest warrant?

In addition to the FBI, each state has its own database of warrants that police use for active warrant searches during stops. While there is a host of online warrant searches you can use, the information is often outdated or completely wrong. The best ways to see if there is a warrant with your name include:

Can a bench warrant be issued in another state?

Will a state come after you in another state for a bench warrant? I moved out of Florida before I resolved a matter of retail theft under $10. I missed my court hearing and they issued a bench warrant. Will the state of Florida come after me in another state for this? * This will flag comments for moderators to take action.

Can a rider be attached to an out of state warrant?

The issuing agency can attach a rider to their out of state warrants for misdemeanors. Riders are special instructions listing under what circumstances they are willing to send an agent to pick up a suspect. Riders can be things like “East of the Mississippi” or “Northeastern States”.