Voluntary Appearance

(A) In General. If a defendant, wanted on a bench or arrest warrant, voluntarily presents himself or herself to the court that issued the warrant within one year of the warrant issuance, the court must either (1) arraign the defendant, if the court is available to do so within two hours of the defendant presenting himself or herself to the court; or (2) recall the warrant and schedule the case for a future appearance. It is presumed the defendant is not a flight risk when the court sets bond or other conditions of release at an arraignment under this rule. (B) Exceptions. This rule does not apply to assaultive crimes or domestic violence offenses, as defined in MCL 762.10d, or to defendants who have previously benefited from this rule on any pending criminal charge. Chapter 6. Criminal Procedure Page 580 Chapter Updated May 1, 2026