Capias
Can a collection agency have a law firm issue a capias for outstandin debt?
Asked on 5/13/09, 1:10 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
JOHN TATOIAN
LAW OFFICE OF JOHN A. TATOIAN ESQ.*Licensed Only in Massachusetts
Re: Capias
Only the court can issue a capias ( a civil arrest warrant) for the defendant's failure to appear pursuant to a lawful summons or subpoena.;)
Answered on 5/22/09, 1:35 pm
Christopher Vaughn-Martel
Charles River Law Partners, LLC
Re: Capias
Absolutely, but only if they won a judgment against you in Court.
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Answered on 5/13/09, 1:31 pm
