Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Hello,

I had an active warrant in Marion County, Florida for violation of probation (Possession of Cannibus less than 20 grams). The warrant was issued in 2004. It is now inactive or it is gone(according to the website MarionSO.com and the Warrant Department) but I'm not totally sure. I am currently living outside of the United States. My question is, can this warrant be re-activated if I re-enter the United States in Florida? The last few times I entered through California and TSA detained me and told me I had a warrant but they took no action as Florida chose not to extradite. Can TSA or the State of Florida do anything if I go through customs in Florida? Thank you for helping me out with this.

Mike


Asked on 1/20/13, 10:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Eric Trabin Lucid Legal, PLLC

If Florida previously chose not to extradite then it is unlikely that the warrant has since been amended. It is entirely possible that the warrant has been amended, but it would be odd for it to be amended for no particular reason. Of course, if you pass through the State of Florida then they can certainly execute the warrant by arresting you.

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Answered on 1/20/13, 10:47 pm


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