What is a bench warrant in Delaw
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What is a bench warrant in Delaware and Maryland?
A bench warrant is a type of arrest warrant issued by a judge or court, "from the bench," typically when a person fails to appear in court as required or violates a court order. In both Delaware and Maryland, if a judge issues a bench warrant, law enforcement officers are authorized to arrest the individual named in the warrant and bring them before the court. This type of warrant differs from an arrest warrant issued for suspected criminal activity, as its main purpose is to compel someone to appear – Read More