Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

Old Warrants

I went to get my liscense renewed today and found out I had old warrants in Massachusetts. I called and was told that I had 2 warrants from 1991, one of which said I failed to appear in court, when in fact I went to court was found guilty and served time. I finished out my time, and was under the assumption that I was free and clear. The other warrant was for failing to show up for a probation hearing while I was incarcerated for the previously mentioned case. Both warrants were issued in 1991. I'm wondering if there is any way to clear these up without appearing before a judge and chancing going back to jail. I had no idea there were any warrants for me, and was quite surprised to find out today when all I was trying to do was get my license. I don't know if there is a statute of limitations, or if there is anything else that could help me clear this up. I would greatly appreciate any advice. Thank you


Asked on 10/21/04, 4:30 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Old Warrants

You may be able to retain a Massachusetts attorney to review your record and clear up the warrants that you can provide documentation to prove they are mistaken. Otherwise you must appear in Court (preferrably with an attorney) to clear them up

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Answered on 10/22/04, 12:14 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: Old Warrants

Old warrants are as good as new ones. There is no limit that puts a warrant to bed. You need to clear up these items by going to each respective court. There is no other way. For the warrant for which there is an apparent error, you may be able to get an attorney to come in, review your file, and get the court to withdraw the warrant. If you have any questions, advise.

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Answered on 10/21/04, 5:30 pm


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