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I not in the usa but i want to come back but i have a warrant arrest. can they be arrest me at the airport

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Reputation Level 19
YES. The alternative is to retain a lawyer to try to get the warrant lifted, or to try to resolve the case while you are out of the country. Good luck.

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Reputation Level 20
Yes you may face detention and arrest at the airport.

The better plan is to clear the warrant.

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