(a) The judge may compel the appearance of an accused person. Upon verified application of the attorney prosecuting any complaint or upon a finding of cause by the court that any accused person has or will fail to appear on any summons and notice to appear, the judge may:
(1) Issue an order to appear in the manner provided in K.S.A. 19-4715 , and amendments thereto, for notices to appear, which shall then be punishable by a contempt citation should the person fail to comply with the order;
(2) order the posting of an appearance bond in the manner provided under K.S.A. 12-4301 et seq., and amendments thereto; or
(3) issue a bench warrant compelling the appearance of the accused person before the court.
(b) In addition to the procedures provided in K.S.A. 19-4716 , and amendments thereto, the judge, upon request, may permit appearance, pleas and satisfaction of the judgment and sentence of the court by counsel or by mail.