HB20-1123
Grace Period Before Failure To Appear Warrant
Concerning a grace period before a court issues a failure to appear warrant.
Session:
2020 Regular Session
Subjects:
Bill Summary
Courts & Judicial
Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement
The bill prohibits a court from issuing a warrant for failing to appear at a scheduled court appearance for 72 hours after the missed appearance. If the defendant presents himself or herself to the court during the 72-hour period, the court shall not issue a warrant.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)