Being accused of a crime and having a warrant out for your arrest can leave you wondering about what to do next. If you are facing a warrant for supposed criminal activity, you should take legal action immediately. A DeKalb County warrants lawyer could provide essential counsel and representation during this stressful time to ensure the next steps you take benefit you and not the police or court system.
Hiring a criminal attorney makes it clear you do not take the charges lightly. It shows the court you wish to defend yourself against the accusations and to hopefully obtain a favorable outcome. As trying as the next few days or weeks might be, it is important to remain calm and trust the lawyer’s advice.
Warrants issued in the state come in three main forms: arrest, bench, and search. An arrest warrant means the judge or magistrate has reviewed evidence furnished by the police and decided there is probable cause for the alleged crime. Since the magistrate or judge issues the warrant, only they can revoke it. Even if the statute of limitations has passed, the warrant remains active until the official deems otherwise. Fortunately, a DeKalb County warrants attorney could request withdrawal if the statute of limitations has passed.
Bench warrants are issued by judges when defendants fail to appear for their court dates. Georgia courts also use bench warrants to arrest individuals who have been indicted for criminal activities but were not arrested. Other reasons for bench warrants include the following:
Search warrants grant police officers the chance to search an individual’s home on criminal activity grounds. As with arrest warrants, the judge decides there is probable cause to search the home for evidence of criminal activities. The police can search the house only for specified items, such as fraudulent documents or stolen property.
Police officers with arrest warrants have the right to visit commercial and residential buildings and other applicable private and public areas connected to the person in question. If they reasonably believe the person is hiding somewhere, they can enter that property lawfully. Depending on the warrant’s nature, they may not have to knock before entering the property, such as the home of the accused individual’s brother. Such warrants are called “no-knock” warrants.
Many courts in the state allow police officers to discuss probable cause reasons over the phone. Whether the police officer(s) provide evidence over the phone or in person, they must swear under oath that the provided information is true to the best of their knowledge. Officers who falsify evidence in DeKalb County can see their warrants thrown out after the accused individuals’ attorneys call for such actions.
No matter what type of warrant is currently attached to your name, do not hesitate to seek representation. Work with a DeKalb County warrants lawyer to discuss your options and potentially have the warrant rescinded by the court.
Speak with a qualified attorney today to start the defense process and begin moving forward.
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