Justices of peace announce amnesty program

EL PASO, Texas ( KTSM ) – El Paso County’s justices of the peace announced the Warrant Amnesty Program, which is aimed at providing individuals with outstanding warrants an opportunity to resolve their cases without fear of arrest, is coming back.

Starting Monday, July 15 and continuing until Thursday, August 15, individuals with outstanding warrants for minor offenses will have the chance to appear voluntarily at the designated locations to address their legal obligations, according to a press release sent by the El Paso County.

Details of the program:

• Participating justices of the peace: JP1, JP3, JP4, JP6-2 and JP7.
• Eligible warrants: Minor offenses including but not limited to traffic violations, non-traffic violations and Class C misdemeanors.
• How to participate: Walk-in basis. Individuals should visit the respective Justice of Peace Court on the designated dates.
• Benefits: No fear of arrest, waiver of $50 warrant fee, potential reduction in fines and a chance of clear outstanding warrants.

“This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to promote justice and community safety. This program is designed to help individuals clear their records and avoid the consequences of having an outstanding warrant,” read the press release. “The Justices of the Peace encourage all eligible individuals to take advantage of this opportunity to resolve their warrants and move forward positively. “

In addition, Warrant Amnesty applies only to active cases and all services are provided free of charge, according to the County.

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