Q: What happens on a failure to appear on child in danger ment
In the state of Arkansas
A:
Well, a failure to appear on pretty much any criminal case across-the-board will be treated pretty much the same. With a few exceptions, the court (the judge) will Issue a warrant for your failure to appear (FTA). You will then be subjected to being arrested.
If you have a legitimate extenuating factor or excuse for your nonattendance (such as hospitalization for illness/ injury, missed flight, family emergency) your attorney needs to immediately communicate this to the Court as well as to the attorney for the state or prosecuting entity. Many times he problem can be remedied and you can avoid a warrant for your arrest. It’s pretty much all about communication in most instances.
Once a warrant IS issued by the judge, you will need to communicate with your BONDSMAN or bondswoman, explain your situation, and see if they are willing to stay on your bond. many times they will stay on your bond rather than abandon you.
These are all things that need to be communicated to your attorney who will guide you how best to handle your failure to appear at court and subsequent warrant.
Best of luck!
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