Q: I have trial on a DV charge on Tues in VA. I am in the hospital in MD. What can I do if I am still in the hospital?
The DV charge was filed by my sister who fell why running out of the house with my file of papers. I was down in Abingdon, VA visiting my dad, but I live in Baltimore, MD. I tried calling my public defender but he has still not responded. My sister said she would not pursue the charges, but I assume I can still have bench warrant for failure to appear which I can't do. Is there anything I can do if I am still in the hospital come Tuesday? Thank you so much!
A: You can call the clerk's office of the court you are to appear in and let them know that you are in such and such hospital, providing the room number and phone number for confirmation on Monday morning.
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