Can I fly back to Seattle if I have a felony warrant there without being arrested at the airport?

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1. Licensed in NC

   

   Ryan Gary Short

   Raleigh Litigation Lawyer

   Contributor Level 13

   Answered November 07, 2011 14:07. There is always a chance. I suggest you hire an attorney in Seattle to help you straighten everything out.

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2. Licensed in NC

   

   Seth A. Blum

   Raleigh Criminal Defense Attorney

   Contributor Level 15

   Answered November 07, 2011 14:12. There is a chance that you would be arrested. Unfortunately, I cannot be any more definite. A Seattle criminal defense attorney may be able to tell you more, but maybe not. You may not be able to answer this question except by flying to Seattle. Some of the answer may also have to do with how common your name is. Sorry, I cannot be any more certain.
   
   If you are facing a felony, you are going to need a lawyer in Seattle. I suggest that you consider hiring someone now to help you with this question and with the underlying felony.

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3. Licensed in NC

   

   Bonnor Hudson

   Clayton Criminal Defense Attorney

   Contributor Level 12

   Answered November 07, 2011 14:12. It depends upon how diligent law enforcement at the airport is when you arrive. Before you fly to Seattle, you should hire a Seattle lawyer to help you handle this matter. If you are stopped for any reason in NC, including a minor traffic violation, you could be arrested on the Washington warrant if the police there have put it into the national system.

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