What triggers the issuance of a warrant for arrest in the context of non-appearance?

• A. The court may issue an arrest warrant if the accused fails to appear.
• B. Warrants can be issued only by Executive Government.
• C. A warrant is issued only after a jury verdict.
• D. Arrest warrants are never used in court proceedings.

Answer: (A)

When someone is properly summoned to appear and they fail to show up, the court can issue an arrest warrant to compel attendance and move the proceedings forward. This kind of warrant, often called a bench warrant in this context, is issued by the court because it has the authority to enforce its own orders and ensure the defendant is brought before it for the next steps of the case. It’s not something the Executive Government issues, it doesn’t depend on a jury verdict, and arrest warrants aren’t used to dodge court process; they exist specifically to secure the accused’s presence so the case can proceed fairly.