Orlando Bench Warrant Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyers in Orlando, Florida

Having a warrant issued for your arrest can be a frightening thing to experience. At any time or in any place, law enforcement may show up and take you into custody. You may not even be aware that a bench warrant or arrest warrant has been issued in your name. A simple traffic stop could turn into a trip to jail because of a missed court appearance, a failure to pay a court-ordered fine or similar situation.

If you have become aware of a bench warrant or arrest warrant in your name, contact an Orlando criminal defense lawyer at our firm immediately. You need to involve a legal professional to address this situation. The wrong thing to do is to attempt to leave town or possibly ignore the situation, hoping nothing will come of it. This may only have detrimental consequences when you are arrested. Addressing the situation head on by consulting an attorney and voluntarily going into court or contacting the court shows that you are taking this seriously. The court may show you more lenience or may be willing to work with you if you have the proper representation and are working to handle the situation.

About Orlando Bench Warrants

A bench warrant is a legal document that is issued by the court, authorizing the immediate arrest of a specific individual. A bench warrant may be issued for a failure to appear in court for a scheduled appearance, for unpaid court-ordered fines or restitution, or for any other action or inaction which puts an individual in “contempt of court.” Bench warrants are issued more frequently than arrest warrants, which are often obtained by law enforcement in conjunction with criminal investigations.

Contact an Orlando Warrant Lawyer

Katz & Phillips, P.A. assists clients facing bench warrants and arrest warrants throughout all of Orlando and the surrounding areas in Florida. We offer a free consultation to help you get started.