Alexandria Bench Warrants

Bench warrants in Alexandria are issued through the Alexandria City Court and the 9th Judicial District Court in Rapides Parish. The Alexandria Police Department and the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office both assist with bench warrant enforcement. Residents who need to check for active bench warrants can contact the sheriff's office, the clerk of court, or the city police. The 9th JDC issues various warrant types including bench warrants, arrest warrants, and capias warrants. Under La. C.Cr.P. Art. 349.1, bench warrants are issued for failure to appear, and they remain active under Art. 205 until served or recalled.

Searching for Bench Warrants in Alexandria

The Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office is at 701 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA 71301. The phone is (318) 473-6700. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The sheriff's office serves as the primary warrant repository for the parish and provides verification services to the public. You can check for bench warrants in person or by phone.

The screenshot shows the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office website. Staff can verify bench warrant status using your full legal name, date of birth, and possibly your Social Security Number. A photo ID may be required for in-person inquiries. Be aware that appearing in person with active warrants may result in immediate arrest. Those worried about this possibility may want to have an attorney make the inquiry on their behalf.

Rapides Parish Clerk of Court

The Rapides Parish Clerk of Court is in the Rapides Parish Courthouse at 701 Murray Street, Suite 102, Alexandria, LA 71301. The phone is (318) 473-8153. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The clerk maintains all court files for the 9th JDC, including bench warrant records.

The clerk's website provides access to court records. Under La. R.S. 44:1, court records are public. La. R.S. 44:31 allows adults to inspect them. La. R.S. 44:32 governs fees for copies. La. R.S. 44:3 lists exemptions for sealed and juvenile matters. Free verification is available in person and by phone. Contact the clerk for official copies of court documents.

Types of Warrants in Alexandria

Rapides Parish handles several warrant types. Arrest warrants come from police investigations under La. C.Cr.P. Art. 202. Bench warrants under Art. 349.1 come from judges when defendants fail to appear. Search warrants under Art. 162 let police search specific places. Capias warrants are issued for failing to comply with court orders. Attachment warrants relate to civil contempt. Fugitive warrants cover people wanted in other states. Probation violation warrants are issued when someone breaks the terms of their release.

Bench warrants and arrest warrants generally remain active until executed or recalled by court order. La. C.Cr.P. Art. 336 confirms that these warrants stay in effect indefinitely unless specifically withdrawn by judicial action. Art. 203 lists what must appear on any warrant, including the case caption, subject information, legal authority, probable cause statement, and judicial signature.

Alexandria Police Department

The Alexandria Police Department is at 1000 Bolton Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301. The main phone is (318) 449-5099. The Detective Division is at (318) 441-6416. Dispatch is at (318) 441-6559. Email tips to APDDetectives@cityofalex.com. Crime Stoppers of CenLa can be reached at (318) 443-7867 or through the P3 Tips App.

The 9th Judicial District Public Defender's Office is at 1200 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, phone (318) 487-9858. If you cannot afford an attorney and have an active bench warrant, this office may be able to help. Search warrant processing in Alexandria typically takes 2 to 4 hours during regular business hours and 1 to 2 hours for after-hours emergencies. The digital warrant system can handle urgent situations in under an hour.

Resolving Alexandria Bench Warrants

To clear a bench warrant, hire an attorney to file a motion to recall it with the 9th JDC. La. C.Cr.P. Art. 336 governs bail conditions. Art. 211.1 allows summons in lieu of arrest for minor charges. Voluntary surrender at the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office is usually better than getting arrested during a routine encounter. Contact the clerk of court for copies of your case file and warrant documents.

The Louisiana State Bar Association has a referral service for finding an attorney. The 9th Judicial District Public Defender's Office at (318) 487-9858 can help if you qualify for a public defender. If your bench warrant is tied to unpaid fines, paying what you owe may help, but you will most likely still need to see the judge. Bond amounts vary depending on the original charge and how long the warrant has been active.

Nearby Cities

Alexandria is in central Louisiana. No other cities on this site are in the immediate area. Bench warrants from Rapides Parish or Alexandria City Court can be served anywhere in the state.