HB20-1123
Grace Period Before Failure To Appear Warrant
| Type | Bill |
|---|---|
| Session | 2020 Regular Session |
| Subjects |
Concerning a grace period before a court issues a failure to appear warrant.
Bill Summary:
The bill prohibits a court from issuing a warrant for failing to appear at a scheduled court appearance for 72 hours after the missed appearance. If the defendant presents himself or herself to the court during the 72-hour period, the court shall not issue a warrant.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)
Committees
House
Judiciary
Related Documents & Information
| Date | Version | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2020 | Introduced |
| Activity | Vote | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| Postpone House Bill 20-1123 indefinitely. | The motion passed on a vote of 8-1. | Vote summary |
| Activity | Vote | Documents |
|---|
| Date | Location | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2020 | House | House Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely |
| 01/15/2020 | House | Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary |