Difference between revisions of "Criminal Charges (1:IV)"
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=== 5. Warrant in the first instance === | === 5. Warrant in the first instance === | ||
A warrant for arrest may be issued when an accused fails to appear for a summons or a | A warrant for arrest may be issued when an accused fails to appear for a summons or a justice decides that it is in the public interest to issue a warrant. Some common situations where this arises are as follows: | ||
* An appearance notice or summons was issued for the accused to attend court, and they did not attend court at the appropriate date and time; | * An appearance notice or summons was issued for the accused to attend court, and they did not attend court at the appropriate date and time; | ||
* The accused is avoiding service or is unable to be located; | * The accused is avoiding service or is unable to be located; |