What is a bench warrant for traffic ticket?

A bench warrant is a court order issued by a judge against an individual who has failed to appear in court to answer to charges against them. If you have received a traffic ticket and failed to appear in court as required, the judge may issue a bench warrant against you. This means that if you are stopped by law enforcement and they run a background check, they may discover the warrant and you could be arrested on the spot. In addition to the possibility of arrest, having a bench warrant on your record can also affect your ability to obtain a driver's license or even a job. To avoid the negative consequences of a bench warrant, it is important to address any traffic tickets promptly and appear in court as required.