Bench warrant

I am a lawyer in CT and practice in this area of the law.  A bench warrant is a serious matter.  this means that you likelyt failed to appear at court for a crime that you were arrested and charged with.  the penalty for failing to appear is a separate and additional crime for which a separate penalty may be applied.  I suggest that you obtain a lawyer if you can afford it and try to explain why you failed to appear.  i am sure you have a valid reason and therefore, you need to make sure your lawyer is aware of it so he can keep you from being charged with the additional crime of failure to appear.  If you cannot afford a lawyer, you should go to the court and apply for a public defender.  the lawyer will have you appear for the next court date or have one set down for you to appear.

You don't give much by way of the facts. I assume that it is related to a failure to appear (FTA). However, one thing is for sure, do not ignore this warrant.  The never expire and if you get stopped for something as minor as jaywalking or having an employment background check run, this could all turn up.  You will then be placed into custody. This will weigh against you in court.  It would be far better for your to go to court voluntarily then showing up on the jail bus.

You need to get an attorney in the area where the warrant was issued.  They can use their local contacts to your best advantage when turning yourself in.  They can also help minimize the penalty impose.  And remember you are facing sentencing for the FTA and the initial offense.