IMPACT AND BENEFITS OF THE FUGITIVE SAFE SURRENDER ACT OF 2023
An active arrest warrant can impact your life in multiple ways. From restricting travel and movement to living in fear of getting arrested at any time, even with family present, it's easy to see why an open warrant can negatively impact your life. In addition, it becomes harder to get legitimate employment and obtain a driver's license.
All these factors could force individuals with active warrants to engage in criminal activities. But by taking advantage of the safe surrender law, wanted offenders can have a chance to start over. Once your case is addressed, you can reenter the community and enjoy life as a free individual without the constant fear of arrest.
The safe surrender program also benefits law enforcement agencies and the justice system. The initiative reduces the risk of violent confrontations between authorities and wanted individuals, thus ensuring the safety of law enforcement officers, wanted individuals, and the community. As more individuals participate in the FSS program, the number of open warrants will reduce, reducing the burden on the justice system.