Can i leave the country before my misdemeanor court hearting and then come back ? ? ?

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   Alena ShautsovaPro

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   Answered February 25, 2013 08:05. You cannot, absolutely cannot miss the court date. You will have a warrant for your arrest and then you will not be able to get a visa or be detained at the border if you try to get back. It is not wise to leave criminal charges hanging. I am sorry for your loss.

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   Alexander SegalPro

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   Answered February 25, 2013 08:11. Immigration consequences for criminal convictions are very harsh and should be taken seriously. Consult and attorney. Do yourself a good deed.

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   Irene Vaisman

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   Answered February 25, 2013 08:06. it depends, you may have problems returning in order to attend the hearing

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   Michael YalovenkoPro

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   Answered February 25, 2013 08:04. You should consult an experienced immigration and criminal defense counsel to advise you on this matter, Leaving the country and coming back on a B-2 is a tricky business. Good Luck!

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   Eric Rothstein

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   Answered February 25, 2013 09:02. I handle situations like this all the time. If you are not a citizen you can be denied re-entry because of the pending case plus the court could issue a bench warrant for your arrest if you miss court and you would be taken into custody at the airport on your way back in. Hire a criminal defense lawyer as there may be something than can be done.

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