2.05 Bench warrants

If someone is supposed to show up in court and doesn't, the judge can order that person arrested right away. This applies whether the person is a witness or the defendant in the case.

Normally, getting a warrant requires someone to file a sworn statement explaining why the arrest is needed. But this rule skips that step. The judge can issue the warrant based simply on the fact that the person missed their required court appearance, with no extra paperwork needed.

In practice, this means missing a court date can lead to quick consequences. The judge doesn't have to wait for someone to submit evidence or file a formal complaint. The failure to appear itself is enough for the judge to order the person picked up by law enforcement.