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Legal Definitions - capias
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Definition of capias
Definition: A capias is a legal order for the arrest of a person.
For example, if someone fails to appear in court after being summoned, a judge may issue a capias for their arrest.
Another example is when a person is found guilty of a crime and fails to show up for their sentencing hearing, a capias may be issued for their arrest.
These examples illustrate how a capias is a legal tool used to ensure that individuals who are required to appear in court or who have been found guilty of a crime are brought to justice.
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Simple Definition
Term: CAPIAS
Definition: A capias is a legal document that allows law enforcement to arrest someone who has been ordered to appear in court but has failed to do so. It is often used to bring a defendant to court or to enforce a judgment against them. Think of it like a warrant for arrest, but specifically for someone who has not shown up to court when they were supposed to.
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