If your court date is Tuesday and you don't have anything allowing the continuance then the case is still on the docket and yes you need to be...

Do I need a lawyer when charged with assault with deadly weapon

The victim cannot decide whether to press charges. It is very common for cases to be in court over the victim's objection. This charge is a felony...

Unfortunately it is very easy for the police to bring a charge against someone. From what you described there was probable cause for the charge....