If you reside outside of Florida and have an outstanding felony arrest warrant issued from Pinellas county, the first thing you should know is that it is never simply going to go away on its own. Unless you take action, the warrant or capias will always be hanging over your head as you continue to look over your shoulder.
Let’s face it... there are countless ways law enforcement can stumble on to the fact that you have an outstanding pick up order. It is just a matter of time until you suffer the inconvenience and embarrassment of an untimely arrest. See: Pinellas Sheriff’s Office Gets Tech Savvy in Finding Fugitives. When you do get picked up, you will find yourself in the disadvantageous position of having to either challenge the extradition (which can be quite difficult,) or typically spend an unreasonable amount of time in a local jail awaiting for Florida authorities to transport back to the “Sunshine State.”
Getting Rid of the Warrant Without Returning
There are times when we are able to assist clients in having their Clearwater / St. Petersburg area warrants withdrawn and their felony case resolved without the need for them to return to Florida. This includes clients who are facing a violation of felony probation. A large part of the legal strategy is premised on our ability to take a “proactive” approach, before our clients are apprehended on the warrant.
Favorable Factors That Could Help Your Chances
The facts and circumstances of each case are unique, so it is important to take advantage of a free consultation. We can discuss your situation right over the phone to determine if you might be a good candidate. However, here are just a few considerations that could be viewed in your favor:
- You no longer reside in Florida and the cost of transporting you could be viewed as financially burdensome for an already cash-strapped state government;
- The warrant associated with your case is rather old;
- You still have outstanding financial obligations associated with your case. For example, restitution to a victim, probation supervision fees or court ordered fines.
- You are in a position to pay these financial obligations up-front;
- Your original arrest did not involve a crime of violence or result in serious bodily injury to any other person;
- On a past occasion, you were temporarily held on the outstanding Florida warrant, but a decision was made not to extradite you.
Earning Credibility Through a Proactive Strategy
You could gain an enormous tactical advantage by having us intervene while the warrant is still outstanding. Getting picked up on a fugitive warrant puts you in a position of weakness. You can earn credibility and display the appropriate attitude of respect for the court system by taking a proactive approach. Let us help you take a “preemptive strike” at the outstanding Pinellas county arrest warrant while you are still in a position of strength.
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At Russo & Russo, we are Pinellas Attorneys experienced in helping clients with outstanding arrest warrants.
Former state prosecutors who can help!
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