Civil Bench Warrant

San Joaquin Superior Court · Local Forms

Verified current as of July 19, 2026

This form is used by a court to order the arrest and bring before the judge a person who failed to show up for a required court hearing or who disobeyed a court order in a civil case. A person would need this form if they are a judge or court official who must compel someone's appearance in court due to their failure to comply with civil court requirements.