Bench Warrant Legal Guidance

Summary

Bench warrants are issued when someone fails to appear in court. Consequences can include arrest, fines, or additional charges. Contact the court for case specifics and possible resolutions. In Maryland, inmates have rights to make phone calls, including an initial free call upon arrest and calls to attorneys. For more detailed guidance, consult the Washington County Circuit Court.

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My girlfriend got arrested for bench warrant for second failure to appear
Hi John, thank you for sharing the information. To provide more accurate guidance, could you please let me know your location (city and state)? This will help me give you relevant legal information.
Hagerstown md
Hi John, here is some general information regarding bench warrants and failure to appear in Maryland:
- **Bench Warrant**: Issued when someone fails to appear in court.
- **Consequences**: Can include arrest, fines, or additional charges.
- **Next Steps**: Contact the court to understand the specifics of the case and possible resolutions.
For more specific guidance, you may want to reach out to the nearest court:

Washington County Circuit Court


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Summit Avenue, Hagerstown, MD *
Website: www.mdcourts.gov

Would you like more information on how to proceed or need details on legal representation?
No
Alright, John. If you have any other questions or need further assistance in the future, feel free to ask. Good luck with resolving your situation.
Was is the inmate free phone call rights
In Maryland, inmates have certain rights to make phone calls, including:
- **Initial Phone Call**: Upon arrest, inmates are typically allowed one free phone call.
- **Additional Calls**: Inmates may make additional calls, but these are usually at their own expense.
- **Attorney Calls**: Calls to attorneys are usually permitted and can be free, depending on the facility's rules.
Would you like more detailed information on this or on any other related topic?
No
If you have any further questions or need additional legal information in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with everything.