Arrest Warrants

Many arrests are made without a warrant, of course. However, where the circumstances permit, "Law enforcement officers may find it wise to seek arrest warrants where practicable to do so." (U.S. v. Watson)Arrest warrants come in several varieties, including bench warrants issued by a court when a defendant fails to appear, probable-cause arrest warrants issued on the basis of sworn statements establishing PC to arrest, and warrants issued on the basis of a grand jury indictment or a prosecutor's