Last Updated on June 9, 2025 by Beltz Law Group
Removing a Warrant in Seagoville Municipal Court: How to Protect Your Record and Future
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An outstanding warrant in Seagoville Municipal Court can be a source of significant stress and uncertainty. While there are various ways to address a warrant, it’s crucial to understand that not all methods will protect your driving record, insurance rates, or driving privileges. At Beltz Law Group, our experienced team of attorneys and legal professionals specializes in removing warrants properly, ensuring your long-term interests are safeguarded.
This article aims to clarify the warrant removal process in Seagoville and highlight why securing professional legal assistance is paramount. After reading, if you’d like to discuss your specific situation, please don’t hesitate to contact us today at 214-321-4105.
Understanding Warrants in Seagoville Municipal Court
Warrants are issued for different reasons, and understanding the type of warrant you have is key to determining the appropriate removal strategy.
1. “Alias” Warrants (Most Common for Traffic Tickets)
These are the types of warrants an attorney can typically help you with. Alias warrants are issued when:
- You received a traffic ticket and simply forgot about the citation, leading to a missed court date.
- You initially set a court date in person at Seagoville Municipal Court but then failed to appear.
In these “alias” warrant cases, the issue of your guilt or innocence on the underlying charge has not yet been determined. This is why a lawyer is allowed to represent you. Our attorneys, in good standing with the State Bar of Texas, can typically file a surety bond on your behalf to get the alias warrant removed.
A surety bond is a written promise made by Beltz Law Group to Seagoville Municipal Court, guaranteeing that you will appear for all future court dates. If this promise is violated, the attorney can be held civilly liable for the amount of the bond (usually twice the fine amount owed). This mechanism allows us to lift your warrant without you having to be arrested or pay the fine upfront.
2. “Capias” Warrants (When Guilt is Already Established)
Capias warrants are different and generally cannot be lifted by an attorney. These warrants are issued when:
- You have already entered into a formal agreement with the prosecutor,
- You have made payment arrangements with the court clerks, or
- You have pleaded “no contest” or “guilty” to the charge, and then subsequently defaulted on that agreement or payment plan.
In “capias” warrant cases, the issue of guilt or innocence has already been established because you’ve either made a plea or an agreement. Therefore, there’s no legal basis for an attorney to intervene to remove the warrant by bond. The only remaining options are typically to either:
- Pay the warrant off in full, which will result in a conviction on your record.
- Face arrest.
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Why Simply Paying Off Warrants is a Costly Mistake
Many people mistakenly believe that just paying off their Seagoville warrant is the quickest solution. However, paying off an alias warrant is equivalent to being found guilty of the original offense. This conviction will then be reported to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and can have severe, long-term negative consequences, even with the recent changes in Texas law (such as the elimination of the old “points system” and state surcharges).
Here are critical concerns if you are considering simply paying off your warrants without legal assistance:
- Increased Insurance Rates: This is often the most significant financial impact. Insurance companies view traffic convictions as a sign of increased risk. Even a single moving violation conviction can lead to a substantial hike in your premiums, potentially costing you hundreds or thousands of dollars over several years. This can significantly outweigh the initial fine.
- Driver’s License Suspension: While the points system is gone, the DPS still tracks moving violations. Accumulating four or more moving violations within a 12-month period, or seven or more within a 24-month period, can lead to the suspension of your Texas driver’s license. Paying off a warrant means taking a conviction that counts towards these totals, putting your driving privileges at risk.
- Future Legal Complications: A conviction on your record can create a negative history. If you face future traffic infractions or other legal issues, a prior conviction could lead to harsher penalties.
Secure Your Record with Beltz Law Group
It is absolutely imperative to have warrants properly removed to prevent convictions from appearing on your permanent record. Our dedicated attorneys at Beltz Law Group can help you navigate the process of removing your Seagoville Municipal Court warrant while simultaneously working to protect your driving record, keep your insurance rates down, and preserve your driving privileges.
Don’t let an outstanding warrant or a past mistake jeopardize your future. Contact Beltz Law Group today at 214-321-4105 to discuss your options and ensure your warrant is handled correctly.
