Who fills out this form?

The form is for the surety, who is the person guaranteeing the accused's appearance in court.

What does this form ask for?

It asks the court to issue a writ to arrest the accused and to release the bailpiece.

The form mentions a deposit amount that might be required, or it may state that no deposit is required.

DC-331

Surety's Capias and Bailpiece Release

Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia

This form is used by a surety to ask the court for an arrest order (capias) and to release a bailpiece. It is used when the person who was supposed to appear in court did not show up.

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This form is used by a surety who is responsible for someone's appearance in court and needs the court to issue an arrest order because the person failed to appear.

Either party may file.

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Who fills out this form?: The form is for the surety, who is the person guaranteeing the accused's appearance in court.
What does this form ask for?: It asks the court to issue a writ to arrest the accused and to release the bailpiece.
Is a fee involved?: The form mentions a deposit amount that might be required, or it may state that no deposit is required.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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