If I’m returning to my former state to answer a 2 year old warrantI thought was dropped, where canI turn myself in?

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If I’m returning to my former state to answer a 2 year old warrantI thought was dropped, where canI turn myself in?

I recently found out about the warrant via a pre-employment background check by a prospective employer. I was held for 11 days in jail for extradition then released when the issuing state dropped all holds. Do I go to the jail directly?

Asked on December 30, 2011 under Criminal Law, Florida

Answers:

Russ Pietryga / Pietryga Law Office

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

First option, call the court were the warrant was issued and see if they have a walk-in calendar.  If they do, show up for court and aske that the warrant be recalled and get a pre-trial.

Second option, retain an attorney to file a "Motion to Recall the Warrant & Set Matter for Pre-trial." This option reduces the chances that you go to jail.

Hope this helps.

Russ Pietryga / Pietryga Law Office

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

First option, call the court were the warrant was issued and see if they have a walk-in calendar.  If they do, show up for court and aske that the warrant be recalled and get a pre-trial.

Second option, retain an attorney to file a "Motion to Recall the Warrant & Set Matter for Pre-trial." This option reduces the chances that you go to jail.

Hope this helps.


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