Yes — in many cases, you can. But don’t wait until you’re in handcuffs.
You just found out there’s a warrant for your arrest in Fulton County — maybe from a missed court date or a case you thought was resolved.
Your mind is racing:
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Will I get arrested at work?
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Can I fix this without going to jail?
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What do I do right now?
You’re not alone — and yes, there are ways to clear a warrant without getting arrested, especially if the warrant is tied to a traffic or misdemeanor case that’s still open.
At EHG Law Firm, we help people resolve active Failure to Appear (FTA) warrants in Fulton County quickly, strategically, and with minimal risk.
What Kind of Warrants Are We Talking About?
Most of the time, this is a bench warrant issued after:
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You missed a court date
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You didn’t complete a court-ordered step (like probation or classes)
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You assumed the case was closed — but it wasn’t
This kind of warrant means the court is still expecting you — and if police find you first, you could be taken into custody on the spot.
That can happen:
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At a traffic stop
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During a background check
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Or through a mailed notice you missed
Can You Clear the Warrant Without Going to Jail?
In many cases, yes.
We regularly help clients:
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File a motion to lift the bench warrant
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Get back on the court calendar
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Legal representation appears in court so you don’t have to
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Avoid arrest altogether
Judges are often willing to lift a warrant when a lawyer files an entry of appearance and motion to lift the warrant.
A Real Example: Missed Traffic Court → Warrant → Case Resolved
A client missed a traffic hearing in Fulton County Municipal Court and had no idea a bench warrant was issued. Months later, he was pulled over for a minor infraction and told his license was suspended.
We acted fast:
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Verified the warrant
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Filed a motion with the court
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Appeared in court on client’s behalf and explained the mix-up
The judge lifted the warrant, reinstated his bond, and we successfully resolved the underlying case.
No jail time. No required court appearance. Case closed.
Why Acting Quickly Matters
Warrants don’t go away on their own — and waiting too long increases the chances of:
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Getting arrested at the worst possible time
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Losing your license (if it hasn’t been suspended already)
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Having your bond revoked or increased
When you show the court you’re trying to make things right — before they come looking for you — it makes a difference.
Where We Clear Warrants
We handle FTA and bench warrants tied to open cases in:
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Fulton County State Court
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Atlanta Municipal Court
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City courts like East Point, College Park, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, and Roswell
We know how each court handles FTAs — and how to move quickly to get you back in good standing.
What To Do Now
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Don’t go to court alone hoping to fix it.
There may be other warrants you don’t know about. -
Don’t ignore it.
Warrants don’t expire, and the longer you wait, the more disruptive it will be. -
Call us.
We’ll confirm the status of your warrant, file the right motion, and walk you through the process — step by step.