Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Bench Warrant.
Bench Warrant - as a noun
A warrant authorizing law enforcement officials to apprehend an offender and bring that person to court
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrest warrantHypernyms (Closely Related)
warrant10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The judge issued a bench warrant for the defendant's arrest."
"The police executed the bench warrant and apprehended the suspect."
"The attorney advised her client to surrender before the bench warrant could be enforced."
"The bench warrant was issued after the defendant failed to appear in court."
"The judge decided to dismiss the bench warrant once the defendant showed up."
