My lawyer missed my court date.
I agree with Mr Kaman. The responsibility is the lawyer's. Contact the lawyer immediately and request that the explain the missed court date and...
Newark, NJ
Appeals Lawyer at Newark, NJ
Practice Areas: Appeals, Criminal Defense, Expungement
I agree with Mr Kaman. The responsibility is the lawyer's. Contact the lawyer immediately and request that the explain the missed court date and...
Mr Dane is absolutely correct, as usual. If you have an responsibility or culpability, do not give up your right to remain silent. Talking to them...
Are you legally obligated to turn them in? NO. Are you potentially sheltering a fugitive and subject to having an Obstruction of Justice or...
The only way we have seen this happen for our clients here in NJ, is for you to go to the MVC (in your case in LA) and ask them if they will issue...
While this type of question would ordinarily seem to be a simple inquiry, there are too many variables that come into play in any case to determine...
I agree with the assessments of my colleague. Among other things, a defendant must understand the direct sentencing terms of the plea (such as the...
The short answer is, YES. You signed the agreement to appear, and missed the Court date. It is likely that the Court issued a warrant, which will...
Based upon your facts, I suggest you remember to assert your right to remain silent unless you are talking to your lawyer; and, recommend that you...
Can a defendant be brought to Court without their attorney? Yes, I have seen it happen, where the lawyer was not available and the Court, on the...
Respectfully, the SOL does not begin until the initiation of formal proceedings. Since the person was not formally charged (or arraigned) the...