Results 1 to 2 of 2

Hybrid View

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Jul 2009
    Posts
    1

    Unhappy Warrant For My Arrest

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: CA

    I made a mistake and got caught shoplifting some merchandise that added up to the amount of $85.. This is my first offense.. what's my punishment most likely going to be??

    I'm 23 .. if that makes a difference..

    Also..
    I just received a warrant today & it states "You may avoid arrest and detention by following the instructions the instructions below: This warrant requires that you appear in court. To set a court date, you must appear in person w/ a valid identification".. Is there a chance that when I show up at the police station - they will arrest me there??
    It also states "you may be required to post bail. Bring this warrant notice with either money order or a cashiers check."
    What are the probabilities that i will have to pay my bail & what happens if I won't be able to pay it?? I'm on disability so i can barley afford my rent..
    tHANKS <333

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Sep 2005
    Location
    Behind a Desk
    Posts
    98,846

    Default Re: Warrant For My Arrest

    The instructions you were given are, as is plainly stated, for the purpose of avoiding arrest. If you don't follow those instructions you can expect an arrest warrant to be issued.

    Your most likely punishment will be fines, probation, and possibly community service. You can consult a local lawyer for more details on local sentencing practices, and whether there may be a way for you to avoid a criminal conviction.

    1. Sponsored Links
       

Similar Threads

  1. Arrest Warrants: Arrest Warrant
    By donduke in forum Criminal Procedure
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 12-07-2010, 02:51 PM
  2. Arrest Warrants: What's The Difference Between An Arrest Warrant And A Search Warrant
    By cherrybonbon in forum Criminal Procedure
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 03-07-2008, 03:30 PM
  3. Arrest Warrants: Help with an Arrest Warrant
    By spicyness in forum Criminal Procedure
    Replies: 9
    Last Post: 06-17-2006, 03:24 AM
  4. Arrest Warrants: The Difference Between an Arrest Warrant and a Search Warrant
    By kwade30 in forum Criminal Procedure
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 02-09-2006, 09:32 AM
  5. Arrest Warrants: Bench Warrant or Arrest Warrant
    By nitesquirrel213 in forum Criminal Procedure
    Replies: 6
    Last Post: 12-14-2005, 04:54 AM
 
 
Sponsored Links

Legal Help, Information and Resources