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With a federal warrant search, the process is unique for each of the 50 states, but there\u2019s also some bad news: many federal warrants won\u2019t show up on a background check. Knowing when warrants will show up, and how to find them can be beneficial for both individuals and professionals.<\/p>\n

While this can be an advantage for those searching for employment, it can also be bad news because it means the warrant can go unnoticed until it\u2019s too late. A surprise warrant can lead to a surprise arrest, which is an uncomfortable event for you and anyone else involved.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, there are ways to attempt to find a federal warrant before your arrest. Step one is to conduct a pre-check that will outline possible outstanding records. This is recommended because it can be done quickly, in just minutes, and expose what warrants may be currently active.<\/p>\n

Next, the most reliable method involves searching the U.S. Marshals Warrant Information System (WIN).<\/p>\n

The bad news about the WIN system is that it isn\u2019t available to the public. Unless you have clearance to use the platform, you won\u2019t be able to utilize this system to search for any federal warrants.<\/p>\n

So what does that leave? You\u2019ll have to test your luck by searching using a background check or an online record search provided by your state, and this process isn\u2019t completely reliable. Many states limit the type of warrants that will show up on background checks and their online search.<\/p>\n

However, this look up guide provides options for potentially finding an active federal warrant within each of the 50 states, as well as the bad news that this process involves.<\/p>\n

What Is a Federal Warrant?<\/h2>\n

A federal warrant is a warrant issued for an arrest as it relates to a federal crime<\/i>. The warrant can be issued after a federal officer goes before a judge with evidence that shows the person in question has been involved with or has committed the federal crime.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

What counts as a federal crime? Federal crimes that would lead to a federal warrant include:<\/p>\n