IF a person has been subpoena and doesn't show up for a preliminary hearing will the case be dismissed?
I concur with my two colleagues above. It can be dismissed, reset, or the judge can have the witness arrested. Even if dismissed, it can be...
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I concur with my two colleagues above. It can be dismissed, reset, or the judge can have the witness arrested. Even if dismissed, it can be...
Generally in Shelby County traffic court, if you have an attorney appearing for you, you do not also have to appear. One of the benefits of hiring...
I’d advise spending your money on an attorney first, then worry about bonding him out. The attorney can ask the court to review, and possibly lower...
Provide documentation to the court which issued the warrant to show he physically could not appear in court. The court will likely advise you that...
Definitely advise him to hire an attorney. Going into the judicial system can be overwhelming and confusing. An attorney can explain the possible...
I would recommend physically going back to the courthouse, with documentation that your husband was sick (doctor's note / hospital papers, etc.)...
First of all, I would recommend that you speak to your son's attorney to try and get a better understanding of the situation. However, to really...
You shouldn't be required to make another bond. If you're out on bond and have been since being indicted, the bond will likely remain the same....
The Tennessee Supreme Court has. https://www.tncourts.gov/sites/default/files/farmermichael_opn.pdf
As you noted, eligibility for judicial diversion does not entitle the defendant to judicial diversion as a matter of right. State v. Parker, 932...