Legal Question in International Law in Illinois

Re-entering US - outstanding bench warrants

I have a few (3?) outstanding bench warrants from 2 states I no longer live in - just traffic tickets, and then bench warrants for not showing up to court.

I came up to Canada about 5 months ago, and am now planning to re-enter the US (US Citizen). Will these state warrants show up when I re-enter, and will I get detained? As far as I understand, they are only valid in the state in which they were issued (which isn't the state into which I am entering). Will I get arrested at the border if these show up?


Asked on 2/23/08, 11:01 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lawrence Graves Coolidge & Graves PLLC

Re: Re-entering US - outstanding bench warrants

Quite possibly, but I suggest that you consult with an immigration attorney (best source is the Association of Immigration Law Attorneys "AILA") for advice on your particular situation.

Best wishes,

LDWG

Read more
Answered on 2/25/08, 11:45 am


Related Questions & Answers

More International Law questions and answers in Illinois