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Old 12-31-2004, 09:52 PM
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Worthless Check Warrants

What is the name of your state? West Virginia

I moved from FL in 2000, recently, when I went to renew my drivers license I discovered I have a warrant for my arrest in FL for a worthless check. I attempted to contact someone in FL that could assist me, their only advise was to come to FL to turn myself in. My question is, is there a statue of limitations on worthless check warrants, if so, what is it? Also, what would be the procedure if I turned myself in where I live now in WV? Thanks for you help.
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Old 01-01-2005, 11:50 AM
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This is not a statute of limitation question since the charge has already been filed. Unless there is a state statute to the contrary, this warrant will always be good.

If you go turn yourself in, you will be arrested and get a court date. At some court appearance you will plead either guilty or not guilty. If you plead guilty, you will be sentenced. If you plead not guilty, you will have a trial. If you are found guilty, you will be sentenced. If you are found not guilty, you will be set free.

I do not know if you will have to post bail or not. You didn't say if it was a felony or misdemeanor you were charged with.

If you pay off the check and all costs before you turn yourself in, the prosecutor and judge will look at you more favorably.
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