
If you are being held on a warrant or warrant, invoke your right to remain silent after requesting that a lawyer be present at the hearing. The authorities can use anything you say against you in court. You have the right to remain silent and to seek advice from a local attorney.
In some cases, appearing in court on a warrant may result in you being taken into custody. By appearing before a judge, the judge can determine that the warrant should not be withdrawn and order a bailiff to arrest you on the spot. By enlisting the help of a defense attorney, he or she can “overturn” the order, which would settle the matter. If you are arrested, a defense attorney will be ready to defend you.
What is a warrant?
A “bank note” (sometime referred to as a “body attachment”) is the most commonly issued type of warrant. It is issued by “the bank”, i.e. the judge. These arrest warrants are not issued on suspicion of criminal activity. Rather, a judge usually approves a BW because you have not:
- appeared in court,
- paid a fine, or
- failed to comply with a court order.
Flat Fees
Some attorneys offer flat fees for certain services, such as B. Wills and trusts or simple divorce proceedings. Fixed Fees are a fixed amount charged for the entire case, regardless of how long the resolution takes.
Each Southern California attorney charges different rates for their services depending on their experience and the complexity of the cases they handle. You can expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $5,000 for these services depending on which attorney you choose.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF A BANK ORDER BEARS YOUR NAME?
If in this state you are unexpectedly arrested on a warrant or warrant, politely insist on your right to remain silent and also on your right to have a lawyer assist you during questioning.
Remember that anything you say to the authorities while in detention can be used against you in court, so it’s always best to let your lawyer speak for you.
Legal:
- California Penal Code 804 PC.
- California Penal Code 802 PC.
- California Penal Code 799 PC.
- See, for example, California Penal Code 801 PC.
- California Penal Code 799 PC.
- Serna v. Superior Court, 40 Cal.3d 239 (1985).