If I missed a court date 6 years ago, got arrested and bonded out, and they sent me a bond forfiture court date, what happens next?

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If I missed a court date 6 years ago, got arrested and bonded out, and they sent me a bond forfiture court date, what happens next?

Will I go to jail for a Class 4 felony obstruction of justice?

Asked on May 13, 2013 under Criminal Law, Illinois

Answers:

B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

Because your bond was forfeited, there is probably a capias (or warrant) for your arrest.  If you show up for the court, the judge will probably order that you be taken into custody.  He may hold you without bond, or he could set a new, higher bond that you would be required to make.   As an alternative, many defendants try to hire an attorney to resolve the case prior to arriving for the bond hearing.  If they can resolve the case, then the warrant would be recalled.  Resolution of the case would depend on your history and the nature of the offense.  If you are granted probation, you would remain free.  You really need to have a criminal defense attorney review the facts of your case and any possible defenses, like speedy trial, which could be applicable to your situation.


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