swear out

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to secure the issue of (a warrant for an arrest) by making a charge under oath

Idioms and Phrases

Obtain a warrant for arrest by making a charge under oath, as in The school principal swore out a warrant for the arrest of the vandals. [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

“I’m in the process of swearing out a declaration for an arrest warrant for you,” said Sgt.

From Los Angeles Times

In such cases, a judge may swear out a bench warrant for your arrest.

From Encyclopedia.com

Woodward swore out a criminal complaint with a magistrate.

From Washington Post

Days after the encounter, the trainer reported the matter to police and swore out a criminal complaint with the county magistrate’s office, alleging assault and battery.

From Washington Post

She eventually swore out a criminal complaint alleging that Pushaw had violated the temporary order and unsuccessfully sought a permanent one.

From Washington Post