Bench Warrant Definition

noun

A warrant issued by a judge or court ordering the apprehension of a person who has failed to appear in court as required.

American Heritage

An order issued by a judge or law court for the arrest of a person, as one charged with contempt of court or a criminal offense.

Webster's New World

An arrest warrant issued by a court against a person guilty of some contempt or indicted for some crime, authorizing his or her arrest on sight.

Wiktionary

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Other Word Forms of Bench Warrant

Singular:

bench warrant

Plural:

bench-warrants

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