Q: What am I looking at if I get a notice that I failed to appear in court - I was pulled over for a DUI.
A: That's a misdemeanor with a possible punishment including minimal jail time and/or a fine. But what are your defenses for the FTA? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
A: If you did not appear at a scheduled court date then a bench warrant was likely issued for your arrest. If you come into contact with police you will be arrested and brought to court. You could voluntarily appear with an attorney to clear the warrant.
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You will want to contact an experienced lawyer in the court where you got charged.
Your outcome will be a function of your past record, the facts of your case and whether or not there are legal defenses.
Dan
A: Dui arrests are taken seriously by the courts. If you failed to appear for your arraignment, a bench warrant for you arrest may have been issued. Contact an experienced DUI attorney in the county where you were charged to look into this and to determine how you can hire this attorney. Dui convictions have lasting, longterm consequences.
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