Civil Bench Warrant
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Last updated August 4, 2026
# Civil Bench Warrant (SB-8336) This form is used to request a judge to issue an order that allows law enforcement to arrest someone who has failed to follow a court order or show up for a required court appearance in a civil case. A person involved in a civil lawsuit—such as a plaintiff, defendant, or their attorney—would use this form when the other party has ignored the court's instructions or missed a scheduled hearing.
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