Bond revoked for soldier charged with Seven Springs assault Aug 31, 2010
Sgt. 1st Class Stephen Bassett, 38, an Army recruiter, was remanded to Somerset County Jail Monday pending the disposition of the case (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Nigeria: Court Orders Arrest of Army General Aug 21, 2010
Our correspondent reports that when the case came up for hearing, the accused persons were not around and the complainant urged the court to issue a bench warrant against them. Chief Magistrate Nasir Idris Lere granted the application and issued a bench warrant against the accused persons ... He also ordered that a copy of the bench warrant be served on the General Officer Commanding the division for the arrest of the second accused person, who is under his command. (allAfrica.com)
Man wounded by Imperial officer was armed with shotgun, chief says Jul 31, 2010
But Rachford s fortunes apparently took a nose dive as he had a bench warrant for his arrest on an impaired driving case, Otero said. In March, Rachford became embroiled in an incident where he allegedly attacked two El Centro police officers by biting and scratching them at El Centro Regional Medical Center. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Nigeria: Dangote Group Heads for Appeal Court Over Contempt Jul 28, 2010
Lagos President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has filed an application before a Federal High Court in Lagos, asking for a stay of execution on a bench warrant issued against him for failure to appear before it in a contempt proceeding instituted by some shareholders of the African Petroleum Plc ... He also claimed that the trial judge erred in law when he made an order for the issuance of a bench warrant for his client's arrest, saying that there was no justification for the order as... (allAfrica.com)
Closing delayed Jul 28, 2010
When he didn't, they notified Connelly, who then issued a bench warrant for his arrest on contempt charges. "I knew they would arrest me and make a big show out of it, so I went for a drive," Peckham said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Ex-Minister In US$86,500 Fraud Case Jul 27, 2010
An Accra Circuit Court, presided over by His Lordship, C.A. Wilson, has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of a 30-year-old woman, Gertrude Fitnat Selasi Bedzo, who claims to be a mistress of Prof ... The time set for the money to be refunded elapsed and the police ordered Mr. Joe Boateng, surety, to produce her in court on April 29, 2010, but she could not be traced and after series of adjournments, the court issued the bench warrant on June 9, for her arrest. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Police Evacuate Huge Area in West Las Vegas Jun 30, 2010
The driver, Todd Smith, was pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving, but officers soon learned he had a bench warrant out of North Las Vegas. Officers searched the truck and that's when they found a suspicious device. (KLAS-TV)
17 People Cited During Court Sting Operation Jun 15, 2010
One adult male was also cited and released on an outstanding bench warrant. Funding for this operation was provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (KERO 23, CA)
Obscenities-laden jury summons gets man in trouble Jun 12, 2010
He failed to show and Yuma County Superior Court Judge Andrew Gould issued a bench warrant. Jones now faces a charge of indirect criminal contempt, which carries possible penalties of six months in jail and a fine of up to $300. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Yuma man sends back jury summons marked up in obscenities Jun 10, 2010
Instead, Jones failed to show and Yuma County Superior Court Judge Andrew Gould issued the bench warrant. Jones now faces charge of indirect criminal contempt. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Police chases accountant for stealing Jun 1, 2010
A bench warrant No. 072010 dated April 27 this year, has since been issued by an Aflao circuit court presided over by Mr. Francis Obiri for t he arrest of Ngorli, a native of Agbozume. Comments: This article has 16. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Court Screams At B.N.I Boss! May 28, 2010
This was after a Chief State Attorney Ellen Kwawukume has told the court, most interestingly, that she cannot vouch for the conduct of the Director of the BNI. The Human Rights Court presided over by Justice Dery has therefore ordered the Director of the Bureau of National Investigations (BNI), Yaw Donkor, to appear before him on 24th June 2010 or have a bench warrant issued for his arrest ... He said that Mr. Yaw Donkor is giving the impression that he does not want to attend to the court, and... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
NLV Extends Bench Warrant Pay Off Program May 28, 2010
NORTH LAS VEGAS -- A program that allows people with bench warrants -- to pay them off at a discount -- has been extended. Since the North Las Vegas Municipal Court began its discount program in March more than $750,000 in fines related to bench warrants have been collected. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Clerk: Jury service system fixed May 26, 2010
Some people are surprised to learn that a bench warrant was issued for their arrest because they failed to appear for jury service. In some cases documents may not have been forwarded to people who moved down the street, out of the county or to another state. (The Herald-Palladium)
'Deadliest Catch' star: Phil's sons struggle with his death Apr 28, 2010
Shortly after his father's death, Jake Harris was charged with reckless driving, and later a bench warrant was issued for the young fisherman after her failed to show for a court hearing. Capt. Hansen, who also stars on "The Deadliest Catch" and who knew Harris for "a lot of years" before being cast on the Discovery Channel show, says the Harris boys will be okay -- but they need a little time. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Greene police blotter (2) Apr 26, 2010
On Feb. 23, 2010 the Catskill Police Department charged Paula E. Werenczak, 21, of South Cairo on a bench warrant ... On Feb. 23, 2010 the Catskill Police Department charged Adam Cleveland, 25, of South Cairo on a bench warrant ... On Feb. 23, 2010 the Catskill Police Department charged Ashley Winters, 22, of Tivoli on a bench warrant. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Warrant issued for 'Deadliest Catch' star Apr 23, 2010
Jake Harris of "Deadliest Catch" has bench warrant out for his arrest after missing a hearing in his reckless driving case ... "Deadliest Catch" star Jake Harris has a bench warrant for arrest after missing a hearing ... Harris failed to appear at a hearing Wednesday in his reckless driving case "so the court issued a bench warrant for his arrest," King County, Wash. (CNN)
Big Island man charged with meth offenses Apr 6, 2010
A bench warrant was issued March 29 for Bidad's arrest, with bail set at $342,000. According to the indictment, the alleged offenses took place between Jan. 12 and Jan. 27, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'The Bounty Hunter' Mar 19, 2010
When Ms. Aniston's character of Nicole Hurley misses a court date for a traffic mishap to chase a tip about a suspected murder, a judge revokes her bail and issues a bench warrant. It just so happens that Milo Boyd (Mr. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Three Accidents During Past Week Feb 18, 2010
Two warrants of arrest were served due to bad checks, and one bench warrant for failure to appear in court. The sheriff's office handled 131 regular calls and 21 911 calls in the past week. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Car Of Missing Woman Located By Police Feb 11, 2010
Action News learned Tuesday that a bench warrant was issued last week for Jesse Crow for missing a court appearance. According to court documents, Crow was scheduled to be in court for an arraignment on charges that he was drunk in public. (KSBW 8, CA)
Dodge County Court 1-26 Jan 31, 2010
A bench warrant was issued for Samantha Hill, 19, of Fremont. Comments are not available on this story. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
State's financial picture looks grim Jan 26, 2010
Hurt will enter a bill requested by Campbell County Commonwealth's Attorney Neil Vener allowing a circuit court judge when issuing a bench warrant to order the magistrate set no bail for a defendant. Another bill, this one sought by the Campbell County Sheriff's Office, would help with the investigation of computer crimes. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
More of this story Jan 12, 2010
and bench warrant for contempt of court in lieu of $26,000 bail. Cook is suspected of being a key player in a large number of burglaries and thefts throughout the island. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
