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If, for some reason, they have cause to run your name into the computer system, yes, it IS possible. The clerks do not have the authority to arrest you but they can call the local police who will take you into custody .

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Q: If you go to the dmv in the same state you have a bench warrant can you get arrested?
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Is being arrested for a bench warrant the same as a misdemeanor?

It all depends on what was the reason behind the issuance of the bench warrant. If it was a misdemeanor offense, yes, If it was af felony crime, it's a felony.


What is a Arizona civil warrant?

A civil warrant or a civil arrest warrant in the state of Arizona is generally filed after failure to appear in court. It is basically the same thing as a bench warrant and is issued by the judge.


Can you be arrested on an outstanding warrant that says do not extradite?

You can ALWAYS be arrested for an ARREST warrant regardless of issuing agency or the arresting agency.Additional: There is widespread mis-understanding of the term "extradite." Extradition refers only to removing a person from one STATE to another STATE.If you are wanted on a warrant and are arrested in the same state the warrant was issued in, no extradition is involved - only a county-to-county transfer.


Is a traffic warrant the same as a bench warrant?

No. A traffic warrant is issued for a specific code violation in this case - traffic. Whereas a "bench" warrant means that the warrant was issued on the authority of the judge for whatever reason.


Can person be arrested then released then warrant obtained for same crime?

Yes, you can be re-arrested and charged with the same crime. It is only double-jeapordy if you are TRIED twice for the same crime.


How long can a jail hold you on a warrant from another county?

Although they can't hold you forever, if you are being held in 'County A' because of an active Warrant in 'County B' AND you are in the same state, there is no maximum hold time set by statute. A warrant from one county within the same state for a violation of a state criminal law holds the same weight, regardless of which county the individual was arrested in.


If arrested on 3rd degree assault and there is a warrant for the same thing what will happen?

If you were arrested for committing an assault and you are already wanted for a PREVIOUS assault of the same type, you will be tried for TWO counts of assault.


Is getting arrested on bench warrant the same as turning yourself in?

No, getting arrested on a bench warrant means that law enforcement found and apprehended you based on the warrant issued. Turning yourself in means voluntarily surrendering to the authorities in response to a warrant or other legal matter.


What can you do for being wrongfully arrested on same warrant three times?

nothing until proven innocent in the court of law


Can you be arrested on a canceled warrant?

No, if a warrant has been canceled, it means that it is no longer valid and in effect. Therefore, you cannot be arrested on a canceled warrant.


Can you get arrested on a violation of probation warrant a week after the warrant was served?

If it is, in fact, the SAME warrant, it IS possible that, administratively, it was not cleared from the system. If the arresting officers acted"on good faith" that it existed the cour twill dismiss and nullify the second arrest.


Can you get a state id with a bench warrant for your arrest in the same state?

I believe that a bench warrant will only bar you from having a valid driver's license. I don't believe that it will affect your state ID. I know for a fact you can get a Colorado state driver's license with a bench warrant out in Florida. HOW ABOUT TEXAS